Open Meditation is a meditation technique designed for everyone. It is very simple and easy to practice in daily life. It is for everyone. Even for those who have never had an interest in Eastern philosophies. There is no need to practice Yoga. There is no need to assume uncomfortable bodily postures. There is no need to believe in a religion. There is no need to have faith in a God. It is done effortlessly, with pleasure, and brings concrete results immediately.
I named this site Open Meditation to help you understand that this technique is open to everyone. When I say everyone, I mean literally everyone. Even those who have never approached meditation, nor ever had any interest in Eastern philosophies or similar disciplines.
What do I need to do to meditate?
To meditate, there is no need to be a vegetarian. There is no need to be a believer, nor to hold any particular belief. But whether one is Christian, Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, or of any other religion, one can still practice Open Meditation without any conflict with one’s faith. There is no need to practice any kind of Yoga. One can be a smoker, eat meat, drink alcohol, or have no morals at all. In short, even if someone considers themselves a rogue, they can meditate without issue. If someone is a wonderful person, the same applies. If someone already practices other forms of meditation, the same applies. It is simply for everyone.
Open Meditation is a technique that is easy to learn and easy to practice anywhere.
Where can it be done?
It can be done in a quiet place or a very noisy one. It can be done with eyes closed or open. Practicing one way or the other only alters the psychophysical sensations, not the result.
The result is always present, and day by day one begins to notice the effects on physiology and mind.
For closed-eye meditation, there is no need to sit in uncomfortable or painful positions.
How is it done?
What is used to do it?
The practice of meditation follows a natural path. In our case, we use a mantra. What is a mantra? Mantra is a Sanskrit word that can be translated as vehicle. A vehicle upon which we symbolically step to embark on a journey toward deeper and subtler states of our being. There are many mantras and refinements to the mantra that we will explore gradually as we advance in practice, without ever complicating the process or making it tedious.
What does it teach us?
Through its practice, meditation teaches us to understand ourselves in subtler, more alert ways, whether with eyes closed or open. Many positive changes occur through its practice. The mind becomes sharper, reflexes increase, memory becomes more adaptable, and we begin to utilize much more brain capacity and space effortlessly, in harmony with everything we do and experience. Interpersonal relationships improve through a more balanced state of mind.
Meditation improves us without altering our natural inclinations or life choices. No one needs to fear waking up one day unable to recognize themselves because they have changed drastically. Meditation makes us better without altering the core of our developing nature. A simple example: a tiger can never become an elephant, but it can become a better tiger. Better does not mean becoming a saint. It means becoming more alert and refined. It remains up to us to decide what to do with that heightened state of awareness. It is a state that applies to daily life automatically, effortlessly, and harmoniously.
What kind of practice is it?
Meditation is a natural practice, aligned with the laws of nature. At no point and in no way will it lead to unpleasant experiences or anything that cannot be shared with others. Its very nature protects you from uncontrollable experiences for a very simple reason: you remain in complete control of the process. You are the meditator; no one else guides you in this practice, and you can stop at any moment and resume at your own pace.
You decide when it suits you best to practice, whether in the morning or the afternoon.
Do I need to follow rules?
Remember to practice on a light stomach. The reason is simple: during meditation, the metabolic rate drops and physiology slows down considerably. If active digestion is underway, physiological processes and active gastric juices can conflict, causing stomach discomfort that distracts from practice. If under the influence of alcohol or drugs before meditating, it is best to postpone the session. It is essential to be clear-headed and calm. If tired, it is better to sleep and meditate later. If hungry, eat first and meditate after digestion is complete—ideally two hours later. If you prefer to do something else rather than meditate, do so without hesitation, and meditate when you feel ready. This is Open Meditation, not rigid, and must be approached freely. Life is full of restrictions; do not add unnecessary constraints. Open Meditation is an avenue toward freedom from rules and restrictions, in respect of others and in harmony with life.
Where does the practice of meditation lead?
Meditation leads to genuine spontaneity, gradually ending internal debates over what should or should not be done, allowing room for appropriate action and speech without conflict or fear of error toward others or oneself. The practice of meditation benefits oneself consistently, and it benefits those around us as well, both near and far. As awareness deepens and brainwave activity becomes more coherent and stable, the surrounding environment responds positively. In short, it contributes to collective well-being. As practice progresses, questions arise, and clear answers can be provided. Open Meditation is the primary core, but like any balanced system, supportive elements help sustain overall physiological well-being.
How to begin meditating and choose a mantra?
Our mantra represents a division of the primary sound or vibration pervading creation and the universe.
We align with this sound in an individualized way.
How do we determine our specific sound/mantra?
Through our age. Each age bracket corresponds to a specific sound, serving as the vehicle that connects into the broader sound of creation.
What to avoid?
Many are familiar with the sound OM.
OM represents the comprehensive sound of creation. With all due respect to OM, we do not employ it here, for a specific reason: OM encompasses the totality of creation—an absolute state that can only be directly experienced. To join an orchestra, one must select a specific instrument. Through that instrument, one integrates into the ensemble. OM can be viewed as the complete orchestra, while your mantra serves as the instrument chosen to take part in it. Through consistent, conscious use of that mantra, one integrates into the broader symphony of creation. For this reason, using OM directly is not recommended.
Attempting to do so is comparable to trying to play every orchestral instrument simultaneously through a single physical body.
It is impractical, whereas playing a single instrument works effectively. Simply listening to OM chanted by others does not yield lasting development; it may temporarily provide a mood-altering effect, but nothing beyond that.
What to avoid and why
The objective is to establish an authentic, functional inner foundation that fosters consistent, sustainable progress—without strain and aligned with personal timing.
The goal is to maintain autonomy and clear awareness.
We must understand the core principle of creation:
The subtle. The power of subtle levels. Utilizing sound and thought at the most refined level possible. Imagination serves as the foundation of action: we envision doing, becoming, or changing, and through imagination, realization follows.
Imagination reaches realization through intuition, which represents the most refined form of thought.
Benefits of meditation
Among the points listed below, meditation enables clear, deliberate use of intuitive faculty:
Overall physical health improves considerably.
Thoughts and mental concepts organize naturally.
Accumulated stress (both subtle and deep-seated) dissolves permanently and without strain.
Unnecessary internal dialogue is reduced automatically. Mental activity aligns strictly with current action; when inactive, the mind remains clear, observant, and restful.
How can I start meditating?
To receive your mantra, visit this page and select your age group.
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