Navel Meditation

[View Online]( [DailyOM]( INSPIRATION [Navel Meditation]( Navel meditation can be done by a beginner as you focus your breath on your belly and your breathing. Journeys of lifelong evolution often begin simply. No matter how complex the goal or desire we have nurtured in our souls, the first steps we take are nearly always basic and uncomplicated. Navel meditation, a creation of the Taoist tradition and the oldest form of meditation recognized in China and India, is a simple practice suitable for those experienced in the art of mediation, yet it is also a wonderful introductory meditation for novices. It utilizes the natural rhythms of the breath and the regular movement of the abdomen as a means to focus awareness and rid oneself of extraneous thoughts. As you concentrate on the breath, the chaos within reveals itself, allowing you to gently train your mind to accept stillness as its natural state. To begin, assume a comfortable and natural seated position—either cross-legged on a cushion on the floor or on a chair with your legs facing forward. Maintaining an upright, balanced posture will ensure that you are physically centered and prevent fatigue. Close your eyes and relax your body gradually, starting at the toes and ending at the crown of the head. Take a moment to note any physical sensations you are feeling, such as the hardness of the floor under your legs or the weight of a piece of jewelry. When you are relaxed, breathe through the nose at your natural pace. With each inhalation, draw air deep into the abdomen, allowing the area surrounding your navel to rise and fall. Gradually focus your attention on the sensations caused by the inhalation and exhalation of breath. Feel the air flowing in and out of the nostrils as well as the expansion and contraction of the abdomen. If you find it difficult to concentrate on both sensations, concentrate only the movement of the navel area. As you endeavor to commune with the breath, you may notice that your mind strays. When this occurs, do not attach any significance to your thoughts. Simply bring your attention back to the flow of air into and out of your body and the rise and fall of your navel. Eventually, the torrent of mental noise flooding your mind will slow to a trickle, and you will learn to control the current of your thoughts until you are no longer at the mercy of your reactions. The more you practice this meditation, daily if possible, the more you will be able to get back to this relaxed state easily throughout your day. [ ] DailyOM Course Spotlight [Meditation for Beginners]( By Madisyn Taylor Learn how to reach higher states of awareness and unleash the power of your mind with this course by DailyOM's co-founder Madisyn Taylor. Each lesson will teach you a variety of meditation techniques to help you develop a routine that is right for you. With visualizations, helpful breathing techniques, and mantras, you’ll discover an ever-present source of inner peace and wisdom from within, so you can draw on courage, clarity, and compassion whenever you need it. [Learn More]( [ ] New Courses - [The Intuitive Power Behind Angel Numbers]( - [Overcoming Body Stiffness]( - [14-Day Spinal Reset]( [ ] Recommended For You Meditation for Anxiety [Discover]( Beginner Restorative Yoga [Discover]( Healing Mantras for Anxiety and Depression [Discover]( [ ] Top 10 DailyOM Courses - [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( - [Gentle Exercises to Eliminate Your Neck Hump]( - [Dealing With Emotionally Unavailable Partners]( - [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( - [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( - [The Intuitive Crystal Connection]( - [Positive Affirmations to Start Your Day]( - [The 2-Week Fascia Miracle]( - [Fascia Flows to Free Your Body]( - [Somatic Exercises to Relax and Release]( [DailyOM]( [ ] [facebook]( [instagram]( [pinterest]( [twitter]( You are receiving this email because you are signed up to receive emails from DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2023 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](