Using A Mantra (Meaningless Syllable/Sound)

This is one of the simplest techniques to learn and master. Unlike focused meditation techniques, which quiet the default mode network, this one stresses effortlessness. We use a repetitive form (syllable or sound) to transcend the busyness of mind. The syllable is non-symbolic, it has no meaning.

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This is one of the simplest techniques to learn and master. We repeat a meaningless syllable or sound. That's it. For this practice we'll use the sound VO, The letters V and O. Allow the mind to repeat the sound as it will without interference. The mantra may change in different ways. It can get faster or slower, Louder or softer, Clearer or fainter. Its pronunciation may change, Lengthen or shorten, Or even may appear to be distorted or may not appear to change at all. In any case, Take it as it comes, Neither anticipating nor resisting change. Don't try to make a rhythm of the mantra. You needn't tie it to the breath. Repeat the mantra to yourself very gently, Without force or much concentration. If you notice thoughts intruding, Gently go back to the mantra. There's no need to maintain vigilance or monitor thoughts. This implies effort. Maintain effortless awareness on the sound VO. No need to concentrate. Don't try to say the mantra clearly. Mental repetition is not a clear pronunciation, It's just a faint idea. Don't try to control thoughts. If a thought comes, We do not try to push it out. When we become aware that we are not thinking the mantra, Then we quietly come back to the mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. Vishnu is nor volt. You you you you you if you notice thoughts intruding no need to push them out gently go back to the mantra if you can think of thoughts you can think your mantra you you you you you you you you you if you notice thoughts intruding no need to push them out gently go back to the mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you notice thoughts intruding, No need to push them out. Gently go back to the mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. If you can think a thought, You can think your mantra. Thank you for watching!

Reviews

Wonderful! Many thanks.

I had wanted to try TM for ages but got caught up with picking the 'right' mantra. This was a great way to dip my toe in. I really enjoyed learning something new

Great introduction to TM.. Thank you so much!