Meditation refers to the practice of clearing your mind and getting yourself into a deeper state of awareness and relaxation. Some traditional postures for meditation include the Tailor's posture, Burmese posture and Lotus posture. As you become more experienced in the art of meditation, you will modify whichever posture you use to suit your own needs and get you into the right frame of mind each time. Certain posture principles should be followed for meditation no matter which specific posture you choose.
Step 1
Sit with your back, neck and head in a straight line. Position the tip of your nose over top and in-line with your navel. Sit on a cushion where the back is slightly higher than the front, to maintain a straight spine for longer periods of time, advises How-to-Meditate website.
Step 2
Cross your legs in the manner described by your specific meditation posture. Sit in a normal cross-legged fashion if you are not following a certain posture. Rest your hands on your knees or in your lap.
Step 3
Breathe deeply in slow, even breaths and relax your head, neck and shoulders so that you feel no tension in that region. Keep your head straight over your spine and well-balanced.
Step 4
Relax your face, and keep your body as still as possible. Pay attention to your jaw to ensure it is not clenched or tense.
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