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What are the best ways to meditate?
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Finding a quiet and comfortable place to meditate is essential for achieving the best results. 2 Deep breathing exercises can help to clear and relax the mind. 3 Guided visualizations, mantras, and affirmations can all be used to help focus and clear the mind.4 Focusing on one specific thought or thing can help to keep attention from wandering. 5 Body scans – slowly bringing awareness to each part of the body and releasing any tension – can also be a useful technique.6 Mindfulness – acknowledging thoughts and emotions without judgment – is another key component of successful meditation.