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[url=mailto:[email protected]][email protected][/url], "En Haradren Amlug" wrote:
It seems like this needs to be adressed, as many of these answers, while in the right mind, are incorrect.
Firstly, when you say 'meditative position', there is no proper 'meditative position' as such. You can sit in a comfy chair, or sit with your legs crossed and back straight, you can lie down, the point is whatever is most comfortable for you, and what works best. When I first began Meditating, I found lying down was best, but then eventually I changed to sitting up cross legged with my back straight.
As others have mentioned, one is more likely to fall asleep lying down.
Idealy, sitting up with your spine straight is best, as this is best for the flow of energy up your spine. But comfort is also a big factor, and it can be troublesome getting into a deep trance if you're constantly moving and fidgiting to get comfy.
As for the breathing exercises, do as it says.
"1. Sit with your spine straight, you may also stand if you wish "
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http://www.angelfire.com/empire/serpent ... reath.html
Sitting with a straight spine and proper posture helps to open up the air ways and makes breathing a lot easier. Keep this in mind.
If it says to sit with a straight back, do that. It is good practice.
You can lie down whilst you meditate, but be wary of falling asleep, this is something you mostly want to avoid during meditation.
Hail Satan! Praise the True Gods of Old!
-En Haradren Amlug.
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[url=mailto:[email protected]][email protected][/url], "hailazazel" wrote:
While doing the breathing exercises, I should sit in a meditative position, or can I lie down? I find it easier to do them while lying. While sitting it is harder/not comforable. Is it just me? and can I do them while lying?
Hail Satan!