Message #14974

[Jitendra Hydonus]

Quite often we find a place where our meditation seems to go better. Sometimes it is governed by proximity to various
areas.

i spend some time with a friend who likes to meditate in the bathtub. Some people find that being immersed in water is helpful to relaxation. It might appear as weird to others. But I wouldn't let it affect me. If it works for them I support them in their practice.

In the same way i had to spend a couple of weeks near Masters' crypt at Forest Lawn in Glendale California. i was getting a major repair on my car. It was easy to get there from the Hollywood temple and i had several inspiring meditations there plus i was miraculously healed after i spent time there and under the Pepper Tree at Mt. Washington.

Now that i am in Michigan there are special places here i like to be to meditate. It is wonderful when we find places suited to us. Yet in busy times it is better to meditate wherever we can. Recently i was at the 'Y' in Grand Rapids and even the chapel was having a conference. So... i went in the bleachers over the lap pool. Even though it was noisy there Master seemed to have blessed me by making the effort to go wherever i could and i had a wonderful meditation.

We cannot change others for thinking we are weird for meditating and sitting where the vibrations suit us. Love, nature sounds and the calmness and support of others around us are some contributing factors to a meditative environment. Yet if these are not available, it is best to continue our practice anyhow and not let the opinions of others affect us.

It saddens me if I spend too much time looking through the dark  thoughts of some sad minds. However, there comes a time when we  recognize that the most boring people are those who try to appear 'normal' in the eyes of others. They are truly funny! 

Steve Hydonus