Starting a Home Practice Are you wanting to start your own home meditation practice? The number one piece of advice I have for you is: Just do it! Having said that, a recent question that came in asked for more details, so in response to that reader, here's... Six Useful Home Meditation Tips 1) Don't meditate in front of the TV (even when it's off), or in front of the computer. If you take some time to create a meditation-only space in your home, it's more likely you'll enjoy the experience, and not feel distracted and antsy. You can use any images or objects you find remind you of stillness, or peace, when creating this space. 2) Abide by the pleasure principle. If it starts feeling terrible, STOP. At least in the beginning. There's no point trying to 'break through the pain barrier' when you're just starting out. Psychologically speaking, we will tend to gravitate towards that which is pleasant. So, if we have the memory of meditation as some kind of dramatic battle, it's likely that we'll try to avoid it like the plague. 3) Use a timer, and start with short times. 10 minutes is a manageable time to start with. If it feels comfortable, you can increase the time incrementally. But don't force it. Humble steps work better in the long run. 4) Don't force your body into an elaborate sitting position if you have an injury, or if it feels painful. I did this, when I