Your Meditation Questions Answered

Question: I get sleepy when I meditate. How can I keep from falling asleep? Answer: This is one of the most common challenges for meditators, so you are not alone! True meditation needs an alert state of mind, not a dull, subconscious one. There are three main causes for sleepiness that comes to mind: The…

This is a wonderful question, and the answer is simple: No, you absolutely do not have to sit on the floor. When Paramhansa Yogananda shared meditation in America, he understood the reality: most people in the West are not trained to sit comfortably in the cross-legged position. He taught people to meditate sitting on a…

This is the most common experience for every single person who learns to meditate, so first, know that you are completely normal! The goal of meditation is not to force your mind to be empty. This is a battle you will always lose. If you fight your thoughts, you only give them more energy. Instead,…

It’s best to meditate at the same time each day — regularity helps the mind settle more quickly and deepens your practice over time. Yogis recommend meditating twice a day: once in the early morning and once before bed. These moments are especially effective because the subconscious mind is more open and calm during the…