| Meditation Music | | | | personal choice as anything else. Ask |
| | | | yourself, "When do I feel the most relaxed? |
| Meditation music can significantly enhance | | | | When have I felt the most at peace in my |
| your meditation session. Gentle sounds and | | | | life?" For example, if you have an affinity |
| rhythms can help you to achieve a deeper | | | | for the ocean, you might choose a meditation |
| state of calm, peacefulness and relaxation. | | | | CD with the sound of waves crashing upon the |
| | | | shore. Or, if you like jazz, you might choose |
| | | | meditation music with gentle piano and |
| | | | saxophone rhythms. Remember, meditation is a |
| Music has the capability to directly affect | | | | personal journey and it is up to you to |
| our physical being. Many cultures ascribe to | | | | choose which tools you are going to take |
| this tenet. For example, according to the | | | | along. |
| principles of Indian music, human beings are | | | | |
| composed of sound. The vibrations inherent in | | | | There are many resources which offer |
| sound can either bring us into greater accord | | | | meditation music. Music for meditation is now |
| with the vibrations of the universe or | | | | widely available online, in bookstores, in |
| completely disrupt our chakras (centers of | | | | popular music shops and in health and |
| being). Music for meditation can either | | | | wellness stores. Some meditation CDs are a |
| inhibit or expand our consciousness, | | | | collection of harmonies, while others offer |
| depending on the selection that we make. | | | | spoken words and mantras to guide you along |
| | | | the way. |
| All this talk of alignment, vibrations and | | | | |
| chakras may seem daunting, but the principles | | | | Other types of meditation music are |
| behind choosing appropriate meditation music | | | | specifically designed to release past hurts |
| is really quite simple. Basically, if you are | | | | and emotions through a combination of music |
| looking to create a specific atmosphere, the | | | | and guided imagery. Still others help you to |
| tempo of the music should match the mood that | | | | deal with inner fears or severely traumatic |
| you are trying to bring about. For example, | | | | experiences. Meditation CDs may be used alone |
| upbeat and catchy tunes are most appropriate | | | | or as part of a more formal music therapy |
| for the workplace or in other situations | | | | program. |
| where you need to stay awake and focused. For | | | | |
| meditation music, a compilation of soothing | | | | If you are new to meditation, you may have |
| tones and sounds will take you where you need | | | | difficulty descending into the calm and |
| to go. You really can't go wrong with | | | | tranquil state that is so necessary for |
| meditation music that is peaceful, relaxing | | | | maximum clarity and self-discovery. Here, |
| and tranquil. | | | | music for meditation can be a great tool in |
| | | | creating a profound meditative experience. |
| Music for meditation is as much about | | | | |