Posted by ClearSkies on October 6, 2006, at 19:09:49
In reply to Re: mindfulness breathing exercise » alexandra_k, posted by Deneb on October 6, 2006, at 18:25:38
> The breathing meditation didn't work for me, it just made me hyperventilate. I became *too* aware of my breathing and I sort of started to freak out about if I was breathing too shallow or too deep or not fast enough or too fast. :-(
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> I think one thing that would bring me to a meditation state is to observe the heavens. It brings me serenity when I stare at the stars.
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> I was shocked by how awesome the moon looked today, it was full and close to the horizon. I took out my binoculars (I haven't done that in many months) and I just observed the moon for probably 10 minutes. I just stood there, in the driveway, looking at the moon. My mind was clear of all worries. It was just me and the moon. It was spectacular. :-)
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> Deneb*Looking at the heavens is a great way to calm your mind - and I bet your breathing slows down of its own accord when you are engrossed in the stars.
CS
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