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As with any new skill, regular practice will enhance your ability to concentrate. Try not to judge yourself harshly and accept where you are at today.

I keep falling asleep

It’s good to listen to your body. It probably means you need more sleep. But it could be mental tiredness of too many draining thoughts. Rest and create the best circumstances that work for you. Keeping your eyes open and sitting in an alert posture will help. Remember, this is a new skill you are learning.

I keep ‘seeing things’ when I meditate

Sometimes people ‘see’ things in meditation that they do not see otherwise. For example, people see light or colour or shapes. This may occur, but it is not the aim of meditation.

How long should I meditate for?

Start with 5 minutes at a time. Then, see if you can slowly extend that to 10-15 minutes. It’s really about the quality of your attention rather than the length of time. Gradually, you can increase it to 20 minutes or half an hour. Once this becomes a regular routine, you may find that these 30 minutes or so will be the best part of your day.

Where should I meditate?

You can meditate anywhere, indoors or outdoors. To help you concentrate, it’s better to remove any potential distractions. Obviously they sometimes can’t be removed – the noise of traffic or sounds of people outside – so it’s good to change what can be changed and accept what can’t.

How do I know if I’ve meditated or not?

If you have sat still and quiet, with the intention of meditating, then you have meditated. Usually, people are unsure at first, because meditation is something unfamiliar and they expect an instant experience of peace or positivity. But that may not be the outcome of every meditation. Just feeling more relaxed also has its value.

Who is meditation for?

Anyone, of any age, can meditate. Meditation can be practised by anyone of any religion and also by those of none. Everyone can benefit from meditation.

I have a mental health condition. Will meditation be good for me?

If you have a mental health condition, please consult your doctor, as to whether meditation would be appropriate and helpful for you right now. In some cases, it’s better to wait a while and start meditating at a later stage. Meditation is not an alternative to therapy or medication.

Can anyone participate in the courses and programmes?

All adults are welcome to participate in any activity of their choice. Informal open-house meetings and visits provide an opportunity for individuals to learn more about the organisation even before deciding to participate in any of the courses or activities at local centres. For many of the courses and programmes, prior registration is required.

Are children allowed to participate ?

Small children are not allowed. They may disturb others. They must be accompanied by their parents/carer.

Is there a special dress code?

There is no specific dress code, although casual, modest dress is generally appropriate.

Why are all courses and programmes offered free of charge?

The organisation runs on voluntary contributions, both financial and in kind, from individuals who have benefited personally through its courses and activities. Individuals who are benefited, inspired to serve others, choose to contribute regularly in support of the work, according to their means. There is no membership fee.

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