Both are proven methods to ease your mind, rejuvenate and purify your body, and banish negative emotions. But it can be not easy to start these practices when you don't know what they entail.
Meditation is the practice of calming your thoughts and focusing on just one thing. A mantra is a word or phrase that you repeatedly repeat to enter into a meditative state. The goal of reciting mantras is to clear the mind, have better concentration, and relax. It also includes tips on finding the right mantra that best suits you according to your personality type and emotions.
Recitation is the practice of chanting words or phrases to focus the mind, relax and control your breathing. The goal of reciting sutras is to keep the mind focused on something other than yourself. This book guides you through how best to perform Recitation with different purposes in mind, such as developing mindfulness. It explains how Recitation works in conjunction with meditation and mantra to create a harmonious practice that benefits the mind and body.
Meditation and Recitation are combined to assist you in practicing to become more focused, develop mindfulness, and be present in the moment. Together they create a powerful tool for greater wellness. For example, when most think about developing self-esteem, they immediately focus on looking better or better than someone they envy. But there are many more effective ways to build self-esteem that improve our inner and outer person. By being mindful, present, and aware of who we are without judging what is inside or outside our bodies, we can become positive role models for ourselves and others. We can demonstrate confidence and compassion in how we treat each other. We can become a light that radiates love, peace, joy, and compassion to the world around us. The first step to self-improvement is awareness. Remember, we are not our thoughts, emotions, habits, or addictions. We can use awareness to change them and become a better version of ourselves rather than victims. Make sure you practice meditation and Recitation with the right mantra for your personality type and emotions to get started. Most importantly, remember that each practice is simply a tool for healing when used correctly, but they all start with awareness.
Meditation and Recitation are very effective practices in the self-help movement that provide solutions to old negative thoughts about yourself and others that can bring on sufferings such as jealousy and anger.