How do I actually stop thinking while meditating? Help!

LilCarmelTravel · 2025-10-21T05:15:08+00:00

Hey, can someone give me some tips on how to learn to meditate? Seriously, my brain just won't stop buzzing! 😩

Lacrilux

First, stop telling yourself it's impossible. Begin with something small, like a five minute meditation, and slowly build from there. Find a mantra for yourself just a single word or a sound and repeat it quietly in your mind. I f you notice your thoughts beginning to wander, gently return to that mantra and stay with the present moment. There are so many ways to meditate. What works for me is listening to sound frequencies. I used to struggle in the same way, and using sound during meditation helps me stay grounded and still.

razialbindu

You think the thought, you feel it, and then you let it go. My mind is always so noisy when I try to be still, and it hurts when I fight it. But when I softly see the thought, without judgment, and release it, something shifts. Over time, the chaos inside me quiets down, and I find a little peace.

LilCarmelTravel

Thanks so much, everyone, for all your ideas and advice. I’ll try them all! Xxx

GnosticSmiley28

Hey lovely, I started doing yoga and from there I transitioned to meditation. Sometimes it is easier to get out from your mind thru movement what do you think?

ShadeEmber21

The body scan proved effective in my initial true meditation session. The additional support of a tree at your back, the presence of moving water ahead, and a firm grounding of hands and feet contributed significantly.

durgashrek24

Hey there, sweet friend! Guided meditation is like having a cozy little path laid out for you it gives your mind a gentle structure, so it can drift along peacefully with the guidance, without getting tangled up in worries. It’s such a lovely way to start, isn’t it?

But if you’re feeling ready to go a little deeper, there’s just one tiny shift: you can change your focus. Instead of words, maybe you try focusing on some soft meditation music. The truth is, we all need something to anchor our attention without it, our sweet minds might wander off into worries or just follow any thought that comes. Having one focus helps your mind settle and grow still. And the calmer your focus, the deeper your meditation can go. Isn’t it lovely that even following the gentle rhythm of a song can bring you to such a peaceful place?

Instead of telling yourself, I have to empty my mind and force it to be still, why not decide before you begin: pick one thing to gently hold in your awareness? It could be music, your own lovely breath, the soft petals of a flower, or even putting in earplugs and listening to your breath flow in and out or perhaps a sweet mantra.

As you hold that focus, your mind might wander and that’s totally okay, honey. Let it drift don’t fight it. When your mind meanders, and you’re no longer resisting but just letting it be…then ever so gently bring your focus back to that one special thing. After a while, it starts to feel like your mind is just doing its thing, emotions float by like clouds, and your one focus stays steady while everything else passes gently by. And that’s exactly where you want to be, isn’t it?

The stillest, quietest thing you could ever focus on is awareness itself but you might not be quite therre yet, and that’s perfectly fine. I just wanted to let you know it’s there, like a soft little goal you might reach someday if you like.

Tldr: FOCUS IS YOUR GENTLE KEY 💛

RozFantasi

So, I was thinking, I’d totally suggest this app called Balance. They give you a whole year free, which is pretty cool, and it’s set up with different levels so you can kind of ease into it. Oh, and it actually has sleep meditations those seriously saved me, because before, I’d lie there for over an hour trying to fall asleep.

HybridShalimar

You know, meditation is just really relaxing for me. It's like my mind gets all colorful sometimes. I try to make a point of doing it every night, and I actually leave the music playing all through the night. It really helps with my knees, and I've even seen some spiritual stuff. Honestly, it's just awesome.

PascalKerrielleMoon

You know, meditation can be anything like reading, listening to music, or knitting. It’s really just anything tat helps you focus on one thing. Some people feel they have to sit in lotus position and go ohmmm, and honestly, that works for them. But for me, I’ve had some of my best moments just watching a movie or listening to music. I only realize I’ve been in deep meditation when I suddenly snap back. You don't need a yogi or a guru to begin just try watching the clouds while you steady your breathing. I started teaching myself to play the penny whistle, and it made me more aware of my breathing cycle. Honestly, the real key to focus is just getting your breathing right.

Cloverkindheart

It seems you're receiving some truly meaningful advice out here. I struggle with this same challenge myself, and I just needed to tell you how much I appreciate you sharing such an honest and important question about something that truly matters.

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