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What is walking meditation? It is a method of meditation wherein the meditators focus on walking as they sit or lie down, either in one posture or in a series of standing positions. Walking meditation is a more refined practice in terms of its philosophical underpinnings than other forms of meditation. It has been practiced in Tibet for centuries and is now being developed by a school of Buddhist in the United States.
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What is Mindful Walking? Walking meditation developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn involves walking meditation with the goal of arriving at a place of insight and tranquility. Walking meditation can be practiced alone or with another experienced walker. The important thing to realize is that this activity is very helpful and you may already be doing it without even knowingly.
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The primary health benefits of walking include reduced risk for high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack. It also helps to control weight, which is a factor in the development of many health problems like diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, and hypertension. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute reported that walking daily can help reduce the risk for the development of type 2 diabetes. Other research reported that walking reduces the risks for several cancers including colon, breast, rectal, prostate, and ovarian cancer.
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Why not try mindful walking meditation? Mindfulness walking meditation is often times done much slower than regular daily walks and usually requires you to concentrate on your body sensations and either remain focused or fix your mind on something else. This exercise is a bit difficult at first, since it requires you to really be as mindful as you can with both your eyes wide open and not let yourself get distracted. It is very important that your mind is completely still so that it can experience the benefits of the exercise without it straying. If your mind wanders then this exercise is not for you.
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Learning how to meditate for beginners can be a little more difficult than learning how to meditate for everyone else. If you are struggling with overcoming fears or are just unsure if you are good at it, you might find meditation more difficult at first. Even though beginners can often find their first experience scary, meditation can often be simple as long as you stick with it. Here are some tips on how to begin meditating properly and safely.
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