Meditation has been around for centuries and is an integral part of many religions, especially those that originated in native cultures on most continents. Meditation is supposed to create an "out of body" experience; however, modern researchers and health practitioners are beginning to realize that you don't have to be an expert to gain peace from meditating.

Modern health practitioners advise meditating once a day. Best practice is scheduling a 15-minute time period in a place where you can have quiet and alone time. Each person finds unique settings to be relaxing. Some people just need a quiet room, while others find that burning incense, turning off lights and playing soft music offer a better setting.

Meditation Basics

• Secure a quiet room where you can be alone for 15 minutes.
• Wear loose clothing.
• Sit in a comfortable position on a chair, bed or floor.
• Set a time for 15 minutes (or more if you wish).
• Sit quietly and let your mind go.

In the past, teachers of meditation suggested blanking the mind, but modern teachers don't require you to do this. You can sit and think quietly about your day, somewhere you wish to be, or really anything you like. The goal is to sit quietly and comfortably for a minimum of 15 minutes, doing nothing but sitting. The main element is to be alone in a quiet room. The rest is your preference. You can experiment with settings until you find the one that best fits your needs.

Most people find that just one meditation session helps to relax their body, but ongoing regular daily meditation sessions work even better. For Chicago apartment living, meditation is an ideal stress-reducer because you don't need a gym or track to make it work. To find out more about our luxury apartments in Chicago, contact us today.

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