Back to Top back to homepage 6. At one level or other we are all seeking the peace of mind that meditation brings. When our attention is fully engaged, the mind becomes silent. When we manage to restrict our attention to one object the incessant mind chattering stops. To find a lasting contentment and peace you need to train the mind in meditation.
Meditation is the practice by which there is constant observation of the mind.
It means focusing the mind on one point for example a candle and stilling the mind in order to perceive the Self. Thus, by stopping the waves of thoughts you come to understand your true nature and discover the wisdom and tranquility that lies within. With continued meditation practice you discover a greater sense of purpose and strength of will and your thinking becomes clearer and more concentrated, affecting all you do. By sitting quietly you can become aware of what is transpiring within you. Through this technique we temporarily withdraw ourselves from many superficial activities of the day and turn our attention inward.