The Foundations of Meditation

Have you ever noticed that being caught up in emotional distress often gives rise to various physical maladies?

The worst part of it all is that, when we are ill, the world seems like a genuinely grim place void of comfort and beauty.

Of course, not all ailments are a consequence of extreme emotions.

However, no matter the cause, these states of illness are often accompanied by a vast array of negative emotions.

Over the years, various therapeutic programs proved that meditation and relaxation techniques have the power to curb both the emotional and physical effects of sickness.

Buddhist teachings tell us that meditation should be used to deactivate the source of all trouble, which is the illusion of self and others.

In essence, when there are no thoughts nor illusion of self and other, negative emotions such as anger, greed, and hatred, cannot arise.

Most importantly, the freeing positive energy that has been tied up by these illusions becomes available to us once again.

This particular energy greatly impacts our overall health, and that is why meditation is considered as The Fundamental Practice.