Meditation Steps

02/01/2026

Ah, if life were a movie ⏸

In cinema everything is simple: you can pause the scene, rewind, erase a bad line, and play it differently.

Life doesn’t work that way.
You said it—and the word has already flown away.
You did it—and there’s no road back.

But there is one moment we actually can “edit.” It’s the pause ⏸.

That single second between:
— what happened
— and how I respond

This inner pause is like a micro-meditation in real life. It’s not about “holding yourself back” or suppressing emotions—it’s about not living on autopilot.

In the pause, the intensity of reaction softens, the mind becomes clearer, and a choice appears: to respond the way you truly want to—without regret later. And the more we train attention through meditation, the more naturally this pause arises on its own—in conversations, conflicts, stressful moments—as a simple habit.

❓ In which situations would such a pause be especially helpful for you?
Write in the comments—it may help others recognize their own triggers and feel that they’re not alone 🤍

01/31/2026

In this video Dada explains the causes and the common responses to existential crisis which afflicts millions of people. These includes psychedelics and psychotherapy amongst others.

Dada explains how a scientific meditation technique based on the accurate definition of the meaning of Yoga is the best option to overcome an existential crisis.

00:10 Existential crisis in the contemporary world
02:14 Psychedelics and meditation
06:14 Three definitions and three types of yoga
10:31 Solving a problem of crisis by subjective approach
13:28 Combination of yogas for a happy life

01/30/2026

What awaits us after death: 3 theories

In the video(https://youtu.be/pIhYfstwMLw?si=843J_d8Izw_b21_d) from January 29, Dada Sadananda explores three perspectives on humanity’s central question—what happens to us after death, and whether we can influence it. Personal experience, philosophical arguments, and the wisdom of his spiritual teacher may help you strengthen your beliefs—or perhaps reconsider them.

So, have you already watched it and shared it with friends, or did you miss it and are heading to the link now? 😊

01/29/2026

01/29/2026

What Happens After Death REALLY?

If we approach this question with logic and honesty, what do we discover?

Is it possible to explore this mystery without falling back on faith or fear?

Dada Sadananda’s latest video dives into one of humanity’s most profound questions. Beyond blind belief or outright denial of the afterlife, this conversation takes a different path.

It’s a deep exploration of consciousness and the meaning of life—why this question captures us in childhood and never truly lets us go.

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01/28/2026

Why do we need an idea in meditation?

Ideation is the ability to hold one chosen idea, quality, or meaning in the mind without falling apart into thousands of thoughts.
Simply put: you’re not just sitting in silence—you’re consciously directing attention. In meditation, ideation works like an anchor. When the mind starts to wander, the idea brings focus back.

Ideation is often confused with visualization. Visualization works with images and mental “pictures,” while ideation works with meaning and quality. In ideation, what matters is not how something looks, but what state it evokes. You may see no image at all, yet clearly hold the idea of calm, light, or love. The mind is always occupied—if we don’t give it a clear direction, it fills up with worries, memories, and inner noise.

Why use ideation in meditation?

✍ helps stabilize the mind
✍ reduces the flow of chaotic thoughts
✍ develops concentration and willpower

Let’s test how well we can hold an ideation.

Sit comfortably and close your eyes. Take a few calm breaths in and out. Choose one idea—for example, love. Don’t analyze it. Just feel how this state might be sensed in the body. If thoughts appear, gently return to the chosen feeling. Practice for 3–5 minutes. At first, attention may last only a few seconds—and that’s normal. With practice, focus gradually becomes steadier.

01/27/2026

01/24/2026

How do we keep the depth of meditation alive in everyday life — while working, rushing, making mistakes, and facing challenges?

In this talk, Dada Sadananda shares the spirit of an ancient practice known as “Sweet Knowledge” (Madhuvidya) — a way to transform ordinary actions into a continuous flow of inspiration, clarity, and inner harmony.

This is not a technical lesson, but a subtle shift of perspective that can turn routine work into devotion, ego into flow, and effort into grace.

If you’ve ever felt uplifted in meditation but lost that state during the day — this talk is for you.

01/23/2026

We get it: so many tasks, chores, hustle—and on top of that, Dada Sadananda recommends meditating every day 😱

But regular practice is actually much simpler and, most importantly, closer to real life than it seems. We’ve put 7 tips on cards in a carousel. Good news: you won’t need to head to a mountain cave or book a bright, spacious hall ;)

Drop the number of the tip that’s most relevant for you in the comments 👇

01/22/2026

01/21/2026

Why does energy suddenly appear after meditation?
Sometimes a short practice charges you more than an hour of sleep.
Strange? Actually—no.

🔹 1. The brain stops “eating the battery”
The mind is like a phone with a dozen apps running in the background: anxiety, plans, comparisons, memories, “what if” scenarios. Meditation closes unnecessary processes, and the system finally stops overheating. A ton of energy is freed up that thoughts used to consume.

🔹 2. Cortisol drops
When stress goes down, the adrenals stop working overtime. The body shifts into recovery mode, vessels relax, breathing evens out—and oxygen reaches the brain properly again. Result: clarity, lightness, a sense of inner cleanliness.

🔹 3. The prefrontal cortex works better
This is the area for willpower, focus, and decision-making. After meditation it activates more effectively—so there’s less inner chaos and more coherence. We feel more collected, and energy no longer leaks into impulsiveness and reactivity.

🔹 4. The body finally slows down
We often move in “do more, faster” mode. A 3–5 minute meditation gives the body a chance to catch up with the mind—and they land in the same rhythm. Hence the feeling of “I’ve been switched on again.”

🔹 5. Mental reset
The subtlest yet strongest effect: when thoughts quiet down, the inner dialogue becomes cleaner, and energy stops draining into endless rumination. The brain works easier—so life feels easier.

✨ Bottom line
Energy doesn’t come from nowhere—it’s freed.
Meditation doesn’t add power; it stops it from leaking.

💬 When do you especially lack energy?
In the morning? After work? In conversations?
Share in the comments—let’s see if our “fatigue peaks” match.

01/20/2026