Half Lotus and beyond...- Dell

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yeah, i've been slowly working my way up, can do it for about 15 minutes until

my mind caves in and I switch, it's not that's it's too painful, just want to be

cautious so not to injure myself. But it does feel wonderful on my ankles and

knees.

craig

 

, PICO TECH

<picotech9999 wrote:

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> Craig

> If you haven't already tried the Japanese Seiza sitting, give it a try.

> Quite uncomfortable at first, but becomes wonderful over time. It is

> expected that one will be upright with eyes focussed maybe 10 - 12 ft ahead.

>

> Love. Thanks.

> Dell

>

> kundaflame wrote:

> > I wouldn't say that the full lotus is the goal, but being able to sit still

in a posture that works for the individual (I have yet to find one...). I think

the main advantage to sitting up as opposed to laying on the back is alertness.

You want to get into a relaxed state but remain alert, at least that's how I

understand it, and lying on the back is harder to remain alert because it's too

easy too relaxed and fall asleep.

> > craig

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> > , " astraltraveler1984 "

<mjf84@> wrote:

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> >> Hey all,

> >> I was wondering the same thing because usually when I meditate I just sit

indian style but lately I have been wanting to do it the " correct " way in the

full lotus position. I have been doing it for about a week now, it is very

uncomfortable for me and distracts me from my meditation. I have been somewhat

concerned that it might be really bad for the knees. After I pry my legs apart I

have to just sit for a few minutes before I can stand up and walk. Even then I

have a limp for a few minutes. So like you said " maybe not all are meant for

this. "

> >> What exactly is the advantage of sitting in full lotus as opposed to just

laying flat on your back?

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> >> , " kundaflame "

<kundaflame@> wrote:

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> >>> I have come to the realization that maybe not all are meant for this.

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