Nodding off during meditation.

[ButterflyWoman]

It's like building endurance for physical exercise. At first, you get winded really easily and get tired really quickly. But the more you do, the more you CAN do. So if you just keep at it, you'll build up those metaphorical "muscles" and have better ability to focus and release thoughts and all that stuff. You're doing well; the biggest thing is being aware of what's going on and keeping at it!

[sarahjustin0130]

Thanks for all your advice! I've shortened my meditations down to 15-25 minute sessions as opposed to 40-60 minutes. I've completely stopped the nodding off, and I've been more diligent to keep my mind COMPLETELY clear during the meditation. Even if music, images, and thoughts pop back up only seconds after silencing them, I'm steadfast in keeping them quiet. Also, throughout the entire day, even amongst doing daily activities, I do my best to keep my mind quiet, focusing on breath awareness. I find if nothing else it's good practice, and good discipline!

[ButterflyWoman]

You ARE doing well! Good on you.

[Aunt Clair]

An ideal time for meditation circle is 7:30 pm as the evening meal is digested enough to prevent hunger or rumblings and the mystic is relaxed but not ready for bed yet. Changing the time could help if nodding becomes a problem.