Re: Re: OT relaxation techniques?

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For meditation, I had a great teacher, who when I tried to explain that shutting off the thoughts running through my mind was impossible, he explained that thoughts are like small children, the more you try to force them to sit still and be quiet, the noisier they become.Lol =) That makes sense though! My dad always used to meditate, and when I would sit with him, he told me to focus on my breathing, but if I notice my mind wandering, don't jerk it back to my breathing, but acknowledge the thought(s) and then bring them gently back. But if you let them run and tire themselves out they eventually quiet down on their own. Meditation is not about stopping your thoughts it is about training your mind to follow your direction, slowly with patience and practice : ) like small children. I really admire your commitment and enjoy your comments and enthusiasm and all you share on here. Thanks so much! Peace =)Alyssa 15 yoUC April 2008, dx Sept 2008SCD June 2009 (restarted)No meds!