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Meditation / Mental Health - Tips to Start
Posted on 1/10/24 at 1:48 pm
Posted on 1/10/24 at 1:48 pm
As a father of a young family that is fully caught up in the rat race, a goal for me this year was more focus on mental health…even if that meant sitting quietly for 15-20 minutes each day and reflecting.
A friend suggested trying “Headspace Guide to Meditation” on Netflix, which I enjoyed more than I thought, even though I’m not quite sure if I was “meditating “ or just relaxing.
Any tips, suggestions, or programs anyone would recommend?
I tried searching for this topic, most recent was 2020, but we know how TD’s search is so apologies if this is a repost.
A friend suggested trying “Headspace Guide to Meditation” on Netflix, which I enjoyed more than I thought, even though I’m not quite sure if I was “meditating “ or just relaxing.
Any tips, suggestions, or programs anyone would recommend?
I tried searching for this topic, most recent was 2020, but we know how TD’s search is so apologies if this is a repost.
This post was edited on 1/10/24 at 3:15 pm
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Posted on 1/10/24 at 1:54 pm to LSU Delirium
There is this guy on YouTube called Michael Sealey. Meditation/hypnosis. It’s nice because all you have to do is lay down and listen to him. He’s on Spotify as well.
Posted on 1/10/24 at 1:58 pm to LSU Delirium
Headspace is really good. The App is excellent. It's pretty gamified (which kind of goes against the whole idea of meditation, but whatever..), so if you're someone who likes to "progress" then Headspace is good for that. You can take "courses" that are guided meditations around themes (sports anxiety, anger management, stress, etc..) and you can also do different "levels" that walk you through deeper and more advanced meditations as you progress. It also keeps up with your streaks for accountability. It's also got a "daily headspace" deal that provides a bunch of different little activities and thoughts and such throughout the day if you're into that. It's really solid, overall.
Ten Percent Happier is another one that a lot of people really like and is based on a book of the same name. If you like to read books, then it's likely a good way to go.
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle is another good book that a lot of people like. I'm currently reading it. I find it to be a little bit... woo woo... but I also REALLY like the way he frames and describes meditation. So, it has that going for it.
I do think it's hard to go wrong with headspace, though, but that might be because that's where I got started. Oh, Headspace also has "sleep sessions" that are money for insomnia.
Ten Percent Happier is another one that a lot of people really like and is based on a book of the same name. If you like to read books, then it's likely a good way to go.
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle is another good book that a lot of people like. I'm currently reading it. I find it to be a little bit... woo woo... but I also REALLY like the way he frames and describes meditation. So, it has that going for it.
I do think it's hard to go wrong with headspace, though, but that might be because that's where I got started. Oh, Headspace also has "sleep sessions" that are money for insomnia.
This post was edited on 1/10/24 at 2:02 pm
Posted on 1/10/24 at 2:30 pm to LSU Delirium
I've had a lot of success with just reading a book or doing yoga to help slow things down and keep to myself.
Posted on 1/10/24 at 4:57 pm to LSU Delirium
Reject modernity and Netflix shows
Return to tradition and drinking beer to relax
Return to tradition and drinking beer to relax
Posted on 1/10/24 at 7:29 pm to LSU Delirium
Jesus.
Totally serious. He changed my life and the level of serenity He brings is incomparable.
Totally serious. He changed my life and the level of serenity He brings is incomparable.
Posted on 1/10/24 at 7:57 pm to LSU Delirium
I've tried many apps and other technological means to work on this issue. Headspace didn't catch on with me, Calm didn't either, I forgot the rest. But walking more, outside, that did it. I always really enjoyed being outside, and now I appreciate how strong of an influence it has on my overall health because when I lived in Houston I never went outside and I was miserable. Find what works for you.
Posted on 1/11/24 at 7:23 am to LSU Delirium
Sam Harris’s Waking Up app is excellent. Easy to follow, lots of great content to explore, and has a beginner’s course.
Posted on 1/11/24 at 8:53 am to LSU Delirium
Posted on 3/30/24 at 7:12 am to LSU Delirium
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Posted on 4/1/24 at 4:27 pm to LSU Delirium
Insight Timer is a free app you can download that has over 20,000 free meditations. It has a subscription service but I’ve never used it.
If you’re not used to sitting or that’s uncomfortable for you, try short (5-10 minute) guided meditations. The breathwork is what you want to focus on.
If you’re not used to sitting or that’s uncomfortable for you, try short (5-10 minute) guided meditations. The breathwork is what you want to focus on.
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