10 Inspirational Quotes About Meditation
Meditation has been practiced in cultures from around the globe for thousands of years. That’s because it can enhance your physical and mental well-being by focusing your awareness and attention inward.
It’s no wonder that many religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, and Christianity have a tradition of meditating, suggested Verywell Mind. While meditation is present in world religions, you don’t have to be religious or even spiritual to reap the benefits.
What exactly is meditation?
There are actually two major forms of meditation. Concentrative meditation focuses on a specific object like your breath or a mantra (or word), while blocking out distractions. This practice seeks to obtain a higher awareness. The second form is mindfulness meditation which targets mental well-being by nurturing awareness and acceptance of the present moment.
But meditation doesn’t mean that you have to stay in a seated position with your eyes closed, stressed Psychology Today. There are many active forms of active meditating including walking, movement-based meditations, and even performing micro meditation just about anywhere.
Why Quotes About Meditation?
Quotes from ancient sources and meditation masters are inspirational to people seeking to learn and grow a meditative practice. Here are 10 quotes that will motivate you on your Journey.
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“When meditation is mastered, the mind is unwavering like the flame of a candle in a windless place.” – Bhagavad Gita
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“Learn how to meditate on paper. Drawing and writing are forms of meditation. Learn how to contemplate works of art. Learn how to pray in the streets or in the country. Know how to meditate not only when you have a book in your
hand but when you are waiting for a bus or riding in a train.” – Thomas Merton
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“Meditation is all about connecting with your soul.” – Deepak Chopra
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“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.” – Buddha
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“The mind is definitely something that can be transformed, and meditation is a means to transform it.” – Dalai Lama
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“Your vision will become clear only when you look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams, who looks inside, awakes.” – Carl Jung
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“You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes a day. Unless you’re too busy; then you should sit one hour.” – Old Zen Saying
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“Make your judgment trustworthy by trusting it. Cultivate regular periods of silence and meditation. The best time to build judgment is in solitude, when you can think out things for yourself without the probability of interruption.” – Grenville Kleiser
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“Flow with whatever is happening and let your mind be free. Stay centered by accepting whatever you are doing. This is the ultimate.” – Chuang Tzu
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“Nowhere can man find a quieter or more untroubled retreat than in his own soul.” – Marcus Aurelius
