{"id":10637,"date":"2024-02-13T19:17:01","date_gmt":"2024-02-14T01:17:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/?p=10637"},"modified":"2025-09-18T16:56:23","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T21:56:23","slug":"meditation-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Meditation Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/spotifycreators-web.app.link\/e\/cBNHSxXULWb\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You have to be brave in mediation. You\u2019re about to meet your mind, and this is scary. This is why so many people avoid meditation. I\u2019m horribly guilty of this.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Meditation_Is_Good_For_You\"><\/span>Why Meditation Is Good For You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6986d3bf2aa63\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6986d3bf2aa63\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/#Why_Meditation_Is_Good_For_You\" >Why Meditation Is Good For You<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/#Meditation_vs_Mindfulness\" >Meditation vs Mindfulness<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/#Deeper_Meaning_of_Meditation\" >Deeper Meaning of Meditation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/#Benefits_of_Mindfulness\" >Benefits of Mindfulness&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/#Advantages_of_Mediation\" >Advantages of Mediation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/#How_to_Meditate_Properly\" >How to Meditate Properly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/meditation-benefits\/#How_To_Meditate_Spiritually\" >How To Meditate Spiritually<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>I know, I know. <em>Meditation.<\/em> Pft.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I can practically hear your eyes rolling. Meditation isn\u2019t nearly as exciting as the other FUN spiritual things we talk about on this show, like manifesting and crystals, and doing rituals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But meditation <em>is<\/em> the most spiritual thing you can do.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is just one tiny seed, but it\u2019s all you really need!&nbsp;(The Lorax is an underrated musical, by the way). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Welcome to Spiritually Inspired \u2728 your place in the Universe where spirit and science come together for manifesting on purpose.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/sararaeh.substack.com\/subscribe\" class=\"custom-button\">Click Here!<\/a>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n  .custom-button {\r\n    display: inline-block;\r\n    background-color: #c9e4e2;\r\n    color: white !important;\r\n    font-weight: bold;\r\n    padding: 12px 24px;\r\n    text-decoration: none;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .custom-button:hover {\r\n    background-color: #ff7c81;\r\n    color: white !important; \/* Force white text *\/\r\n    text-decoration: none;   \/* Ensure no underline appears *\/\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s at the core of all we do as modern mystics. Without meditation, we\u2019re just aimlessly playing around with some pretty witchy tools we bought at the mysterious bookstore that conveniently disappeared the next day without a trace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Practicing meditation is what sets mystics apart from the crowd. And why is that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Because mystics are brave, and meditation is unexpectedly terrifying.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>We are so afraid to meet our own minds. That\u2019s why we all resist meditation so much in the beginning. That\u2019s why our egos are incessantly chattering and looking for distractions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the dust finally settles (perhaps for the first time ever), what are we left with?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where the magic of meditation lies. That\u2019s where your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/spiritual-awakening-stages\/\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">spiritual awakening<\/span><\/strong><\/a> comes in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/blog-featured-images-2.png\" alt=\"Meditation is the practice of training the mind to achieve a state of inner calm and focus. It\u2019s seen as a key tool for developing insight and wisdom, and for achieving liberation from suffering. Its ancient roots are inherently spiritual and slightly mysterious.\" class=\"wp-image-10641\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/blog-featured-images-2.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/blog-featured-images-2-500x750.png 500w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/blog-featured-images-2-800x1200.png 800w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/blog-featured-images-2-600x900.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Meditation is indeed magical, but today\u2019s episode isn\u2019t really about the <em>magic<\/em> of meditation. Today\u2019s post explores the <em>science<\/em> behind meditation. Including studies supporting intense claims about the power of meditation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am a strong proponent of satisfying our inner skeptics with peer-reviewed scientific studies that help us gain clarity around our spiritual beliefs. Honestly, what could be more validating than that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So I\u2019ve done a ton of research, and I\u2019ve gathered a ton of information to share with you regarding what the <em>science<\/em> says about the benefits of meditation. You definitely won\u2019t want to miss this one, because you\u2019ll never think about meditation the same way again. And maybe you\u2019ll finally be able to cultivate that strong daily practice you KNOW will be amazing for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meditation_vs_Mindfulness\"><\/span><strong>Meditation vs Mindfulness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before I put on my dad\u2019s old glasses to discuss the <em>science <\/em>and <em>psychology <\/em>behind meditation, let us first define what we\u2019re talking about.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I make it a point to start my podcast episodes by clearly defining what the subject is, so we can all start on the same level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meditation is the practice of training the mind to achieve a state of inner calm and focus. It\u2019s seen as a key tool for developing insight and wisdom, and for achieving liberation from suffering. Its ancient roots are inherently spiritual and slightly mysterious.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness, on the other hand, is a specific type of meditation practice that involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment. It involves focusing on sensations, thoughts, and emotions as they arise, and observing them without reacting or becoming attached to them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness can be practiced both formally, through structured meditation sessions, and informally, by simply paying attention to the present moment throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These two practices are closely intertwined; one always comes along with the other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness is just one type of meditation. There\u2019s also visualization, concentration meditation, and loving-kindness meditation, among countless others.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness is often considered to be a foundational skill in meditation, as it can help individuals develop greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, cognitive control, insight, and spiritual growth.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deeper_Meaning_of_Meditation\"><\/span><strong>Deeper Meaning of Meditation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is evidence to suggest that meditation has been practiced for thousands of years in various parts of the world, including India, China, and Japan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The earliest written records of meditation come from ancient Indian texts known as the Vedas, which date back to around 1500 BCE. These texts describe various forms of meditation and spiritual practices that were used by early Indian sages and teachers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meditation also has a long history in various Buddhist traditions, which emerged in India in the 5th century BCE. The teachings of the Buddha, which emphasize the importance of mindfulness, compassion, and wisdom, have been a major influence on the development of meditation practices in many parts of the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, while the exact origins of meditation are unclear, it is clear that the practice has been used by many different cultures and traditions throughout history, and has been a key tool for spiritual development, personal growth, and well-being. And continues to transform the lives of modern mystics all over the world!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meditation is a means of transcending the limitations of the ego-self and reconnecting with the Universe\/God\/Source\/Spirit. Through meditation, we can cultivate a deeper sense of purpose, happiness, peace, spiritual understanding, a greater sense of presence, mindfulness, and self-awareness, which helps us connect to the most magical parts of ourselves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, the deeper meaning of meditation is profoundly personal and subjective, and depends on your goals, intentions, experiences, and natal chart.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Mindfulness\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Mindfulness&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I want to take the time today to really illustrate the amount of research being done around mindfulness meditation. I have a lot of academic and smart-sounding information to share with you, and after that, I\u2019m going to close out by chatting a bit about how to actually meditate <em>properly.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll talk about <em>why you should<\/em> discuss scientific studies on meditation. Then we\u2019ll talk about <em>how you do it<\/em> so you can start today.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a growing body of research suggesting that meditation can have a range of benefits for both physical and mental health. Some of the most commonly cited benefits include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reduced stress: <\/strong>Meditation has been shown to reduce stress levels by decreasing the production of stress hormones like cortisol.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improved focus and concentration:<\/strong> Practicing meditation regularly can improve cognitive function, including attention, concentration, and memory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reduced anxiety and depression: <\/strong>Studies have shown that meditation can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression by reducing activity in the area of the brain that does most of the chattering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increased feelings of well-being: <\/strong>Regular meditation practice has been shown to increase feelings of positivity, gratitude, and overall well-being.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lower blood pressure: <\/strong>Several studies have suggested that meditation can lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improved sleep: <\/strong>Meditation can help improve the quality of sleep, especially for those who suffer from insomnia or other sleep disorders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pain relief: <\/strong>Some studies have suggested that meditation can help reduce pain, especially chronic pain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, mindfulness has become a popular technique for stress reduction and personal growth, and has been widely studied and applied in fields such as psychology, medicine, and education. It is often used in conjunction with other forms of therapy and self-care, and is considered to be a foundational skill in many meditation and spiritual practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone\u2019s practicing mindfulness these days, which is fucking awesome. Let\u2019s keep it up! And let\u2019s move on to the specific studies being done regarding the impact of meditation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Spiritually Inspired is member-supported!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><strong>\ud83d\udc96<\/strong><em><strong>Subscribe for free &#8211; never miss a post\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><strong>\ud83e\udd70<\/strong><em><strong>\u00a0Upgrade to paid &#8211; get bonus reiki meditations\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><strong>\ud83d\ude4f<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/sararaeh.substack.com\/subscribe\" class=\"custom-button\">Click Here!<\/a>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n  .custom-button {\r\n    display: inline-block;\r\n    background-color: #c9e4e2;\r\n    color: white !important;\r\n    font-weight: bold;\r\n    padding: 12px 24px;\r\n    text-decoration: none;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .custom-button:hover {\r\n    background-color: #ff7c81;\r\n    color: white !important; \/* Force white text *\/\r\n    text-decoration: none;   \/* Ensure no underline appears *\/\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_Mediation\"><\/span><strong>Advantages of Mediation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the earliest and most well-known studies of mindfulness meditation was conducted by Jon Kabat-Zinn, a scientist and meditation teacher who developed a program called Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in the 1970s. He literally wrote the book on Mindfulness for Beginners (that\u2019s the title).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kabat-Zinn&#8217;s research involved studying the effects of mindfulness meditation on individuals with chronic pain who had not responded well to traditional medical treatments. In his study, he taught participants mindfulness meditation techniques, such as focusing on the breath and practicing non-judgmental awareness of their thoughts and feelings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The results of the study were striking, with participants reporting significant reductions in their pain levels, as well as improvements in mood, stress levels, and overall quality of life. Kabat-Zinn&#8217;s study sparked a growing interest in the use of mindfulness meditation as a tool for promoting health and well-being, and paved the way for further research in this area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since then, numerous studies have been conducted on the benefits of mindfulness meditation for a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and addiction. While the exact mechanisms underlying these effects are still not fully understood, the evidence suggests that mindfulness meditation can have profound effects on the brain, body, and emotional well-being, and is a promising tool for promoting mental and physical health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In my own research for this episode, I have learned that the number of studies being done on mindfulness and meditation is growing exponentially by the year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A 2010 study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology found that mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) can be an effective treatment for generalized anxiety disorder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2011 study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that mindfulness meditation can increase positive emotions and reduce symptoms of depression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2012 study published in the journal Emotion found that mindfulness meditation can improve emotion regulation and reduce stress reactivity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2013 study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology found that MBSR can be an effective treatment for depression, with participants showing significant improvements in depressive symptoms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2014 study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology found that mindfulness meditation can improve attentional control, working memory, and cognitive flexibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2015 study published in the journal Consciousness and Cognition found that mindfulness meditation can increase self-awareness and reduce mind-wandering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2016 study published in the journal Mindfulness found that mindfulness meditation can improve interpersonal relationships by reducing negative self-talk and increasing positive self-talk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2017 study published in the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement found that mindfulness meditation can improve cognitive function, including attention and working memory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2018 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that mindfulness meditation can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military veterans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2019 study published in the journal Psychoneuroendocrinology found that a brief mindfulness meditation intervention can reduce cortisol levels, which are a marker of stress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2020 study published in the journal Sleep Medicine found that mindfulness-based interventions can improve sleep quality in individuals with insomnia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These studies are just a few examples of the growing body of searching being done on mindfulness and meditation. It\u2019s so exciting to see science and spirituality merging!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we finally comprehend the importance of mediation on our spiritual, mental, and physical health, let\u2019s move on to how to actually do the damn thing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Meditate_Properly\"><\/span><strong>How to Meditate Properly<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When I first began to meditate in my early twenties, I didn\u2019t really know what I was supposed to be doing. Or, not doing? Even though I had read more than a few books and blogs on how to meditate, I wasn\u2019t convinced I was actually doing the meditation thing \u201ccorrectly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I would sit down, focus on my breathing, and then\u2026.that was it. I wasn\u2019t sure if I was missing something or if I misunderstood what I was \u201csupposed\u201d to be doing during meditation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It all seemed very mysterious! But in the best kind of way. I proceeded to practice despite being completely clueless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several years of practicing meditation regularly have passed, and I\u2019ve gained a MUCH better understanding of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-meditate\/\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">what it really means to meditate<\/span><\/strong><\/a>. And now I want to help other beginners who want to learn how to meditate, but are feeling stuck like I was.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you\u2019re wondering how to meditate properly, I would suggest simply following the steps for a beginner meditation practice outlined in this episode as best you can. If you do, you\u2019ll be meditating \u201cproperly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At first, I felt like I was just pretending to meditate. Can you relate? When I look back, I can see how I actually was meditating. I was just second-guessing myself and over-complicating it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And recently, I\u2019ve realized that almost everyone overcomplicates meditation at first. It seems to be the most common roadblock to mindfulness. We\u2019re all very concerned with \u201cmeditating properly,\u201d so we end up counteracting the teachings of meditation by constantly evaluating our performance and progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what I\u2019ve learned by meditating \u201cimproperly\u201d is that doing it correctly isn\u2019t really the point. And there isn\u2019t only one way to meditate. Everyone\u2019s take on the practice will be personal and different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What matters more is how the practice betters our lives and ourselves. Over time, you will develop your own unique style of meditation\u2014and that\u2019s part of what makes it so enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasters.spotify.com\/pod\/show\/spiritually-inspired\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"the spiritually inspired podcast\" class=\"wp-image-11320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-2048x2048.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-1280x1280.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-1920x1920.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/podcast-blog-post-graphic-1-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Meditate_Spiritually\"><\/span><strong>How To Meditate Spiritually<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>don\u2019t believe you need to consider yourself spiritual to practice mindfulness meditation. However, it\u2019s a slippery slope! In the absolute best way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What happens when we consistently practice taking a step back from the thinking mind and dropping into the subconscious mind is profound realizations that there\u2019s <em>so much beyond<\/em> the world we\u2019ve created inside our own head.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obviously, we understand this already on a superficial level. Of course, there\u2019s a whole physical world around us, not to mention the entirety of SPACE.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what I\u2019m talking about is the whole other <em>world<\/em> that exists parallel to ours, that we\u2019re intimately connected to: Spirit! Or Heaven. Or The Other Side.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to use your meditation practice to connect intentionally with Spirit, you\u2019re in luck because it\u2019s incredibly easy to do once you\u2019ve formed the meditating habit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a veil between our two parallel worlds that\u2019s kind of like a frosted window. The more we meditate, the clearer the window becomes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s because when you live on the train of thought and you never get off, you are not living in a high enough vibration to even perceive the window. So when you practice getting off the train, going beyond the ego, it gets easier to look through the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I love analogies. Especially when I can combine them in a clumsy way that barely makes sense \ud83d\ude01<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spiritual meditation can be much more intentional than \u201cregular\u201d meditation. It\u2019s a great primer for other modalities and practices, effortlessly fitting into everything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To practice spiritual meditation, practice setting intentions for your meditations. You can also consider supporting this show so you can have access to a whole virtual vault filled with spiritually guided meditations! <a href=\"https:\/\/sararaeh.substack.com\/subscribe\"><strong><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Click here to become a supporting member.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your support of the show enables me to do super awesome, in-depth, heavily researched episodes like this, and I wanted to say an extra huge THANK YOU!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong><em>Thank you for reading! <\/em><\/strong><\/em><strong>\ud83d\ude4f<\/strong><em><strong><em> And an extra special thank you to the Spiritually Inspired Subscribers! 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