Meditation can be done anywhere that suits you. There are many places to meditate, elaborate or simple.
At a Mountain Meditation Retreat
Get away for a while, and really dedicate your time and your practice to yourself. Alberta has the mountains, and the tranquility. Do some yoga and connect with nature for a relaxing experience. Even if you don’t join a group for meditation, there will be so many walks, places to sit, a dark sky at night and the chance to breathe in and out to the clear alpine air. Try the Jasper Park Lodge for some mountain luxury.
Spas, and Luxurious Bathrooms
You can make your own bathroom feel very Zen and luxurious by turning your home bathroom into a spa. Add some candles and some cushions, and some plants to change the air for your very own home retreat.
A Day at a Spa
This can provide a full day of luxury and simplicity. Meditate after a workout and a bath in healing waters. The Nordic Spa in Kananaskis has it all.
Meditate in Your Car
When you are feeling stressed, or the need to escape for a short while, your car can be the place, especially if you spend a lot of time in it. It is already your space, and safe and comfortable. Park somewhere nice, sit in the passenger seat, lean back and take your shoes off. It is a great refresh.
Public Places
All that is needed for meditation is a little bit of a space where you can sit and have a moment of peace. Parks, bookstores, buses, waiting rooms and churches all have places to sit and be comfortable. All that you need is a way to block out distractions, as you would in any meditation time. Use headphones and listen to a guided meditation from your phone app. Remember to be safe; the Daily Meditation gives this reminder. When meditating in public places be sure to check the weather, don’t do anything risky, choose quieter times if possible, and don’t hinder public movement.
When you begin to seek out unique places to meditate, this will become a part of your practice. You will become aware of places. When you enter somewhere new, ask yourself, “Where would I meditate here if I had to?” Soon, everywhere will be a potential place of peace.
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