Mantra Meditation

To begin, choose the mantra (word of phrase that represents power and meaning to you) that you are going to use for the meditation. In absence of anything else, you may like to try using ‘OM’ (aum).

Adopt your favoured meditation position and settle your breathing until it flows evenly in and out.

Take a deep breath and slowly let the air out as you chant your chosen word or phrase. The sound should be said as loudly and clearly as possible to allow for the vibration of the mantra to create resonance in your chest.

Repeat this for the next breath, establishing a smooth flow and rhythm for the chant, until it becomes almost hypnotic.

You may wish to chant for the whole meditation or once the chant is established and your mind is still, you may wish to continue meditation is silence and stillness.

When you have finished your meditation, bring your awareness back to your body, noticing your hands and feet, and then the room around you.