The first thing any meditation text will tell you is to find a quiet place with little or no distractions. In a perfect world, these silent places would exist for everyone. But, in many peoples lives, distractions are the rule rather than the exception.
Lets face it; life is hectic these days. If you share your home with children, parents, or roommates, you have built-in distractions at every turn. Whether its the television, earsplitting music, or just loud conversation, you may not be able to get a moments peace in your home no matter how hard you try.
You may ask, How can I possibly meditate under these conditions?
Unfortunately, many people just give up. They feel the noise and distractions in their lives make it impossible for them to enjoy the advantages of a daily meditation practice, which include stress-relief, mental relaxation, and physical rejuvenation. Ironically, these are exactly what we all need in these stressful, hectic times.
Well, the good news is, you can! The method Ill describe has been effective for me and many of my friends and associates. It takes practice though; along with acceptance, patience, and perseverance. Heres...