hello,
are there really different kinds or schools of meditation?

are you looking to train or something like that?

i want to develop a daily routine of meditating for a few minutes. had started after advice frm this forum... it did help but i didnt continue it:(

Hi, My Name's Surinder From Mumbai - India...
I've Recently Taken A Course On MahaRishi's Transcendental Meditation.

I'll Advice All Of you 2 Learn Transcendental Meditation Becos, It's got an very high List Of Benefit's For All Of Us

Lemme Give You A Brief Introduction About Transcendental Mediation .... What Exactly It is..

The Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique is a simple, natural, effortless procedure whereby the mind easily and naturally arrives at the source of thought, the settled state of the mind -- Transcendental Consciousness -- pure consciousness, self-referral consciousness, which is the source of all creative processes. Transcendental meditation is practised for 15–20 minutes in the morning and evening, while sitting comfortably with the eyes closed. During this technique, the individual's awareness settles down and experiences a unique state of restful alertness. As the body becomes deeply relaxed, the mind transcends all mental activity to experience the simplest form of awareness, Transcendental Consciousness, where consciousness is open to itself. This is the self-referral state of consciousness.

The experience of Transcendental Consciousness develops the individual's latent creative potential while dissolving accumulated stress and fatigue through the deep rest gained during the practice. This experience enlivens the individual's creativity, dynamism, orderliness, and organising power, which result in increasing effectiveness and success in daily life.

The Transcendental Meditation technique is scientific, requiring neither specific beliefs nor adoption of a particular lifestyle. The practice does not involve any effort or concentration. It is easy to learn and does not require any special ability. People of all ages, educational backgrounds, cultures, and religions in countries throughout the world practise the technique and enjoy its wide range of benefits.

For More Information On This Medication...
I Would Advice you all to Visit   http://www.maharishi-india.org/programmes/p1tm.html

I'm Sure This Site Will Answer All Your Question's Regarding This Form Of Medication..

It's Been Really Helpful For Me...
I'm Already Seeing The Benefit's and wud like you Guys Also 2 Experience It 2ooo

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Becos I Luv 2 See My Friends Smiling :o)
Luv Raja ( Surinder )

I've just recently gotten in to Meditation and it really, really helps to quite the mind, relieve stress and feel grounded.  I started by attending a free course, but I found the tapes I downloaded from the internet much better.  I have downloaded many.  I find the visual and breathing techniques the best.  I try to listen to them on my walkman daily.  Some are 10 minutes, some an hour.  Just type in Google "Free Meditation Tapes".  If you want to know the names of some good ones, just ask!