How to Start a Meditation Practice

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:17:45 +0200

Starting a meditation practice is simple in principle and surprisingly hard in practice. The good news: the Buddha was clear that the basic technique is accessible to everyone, and the benefits begin immediately, even with short sessions. This guide gives a practical, step-by-step introduction for absolute beginners.

Mindfulness of Breathing (Anapanasati)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:17:45 +0200

Anapanasati — “mindfulness of breathing” — is the meditation the Buddha himself recommended as a foundation for the entire path. It is described in the Anapanasati Sutta (MN 118), where the Buddha outlines sixteen stages grouped into four sets of four. The practice is foundational to the Theravada tradition and is the basis of the modern Vipassana movement.

Mindfulness Meditation on Buddhist Resources

How to Start a Meditation Practice

Mindfulness of Breathing (Anapanasati)