meditation journal : what helps me

Bringing it back, baby.
Here are some things that have helped me meditate (and keep meditating; I have the tendency to 'put it off until later' and then three days go by. woops.)

* Exercising beforehand. (I'm still doing Revolt)

* Listening to a guide or music. I love

this one and

this one.

* Reading about the process.

* A pillow. I have this one. Or, you can make your own.

Tips: * Have a routine. Even if you don't meditate at the same time everyday, have a process. Drink a cup of tea, slowly, just before. Open all the windows. Do something nice for yourself, then do it before you meditate every time.
* Go to a guided class. Some around where I live are held in the most beautiful offices or studios in the heart of the city. Also, some classes I've found are pay by donation, too. So, if you've got $5 and some free time, go! Then if you like it, pay a bit more if you can the next time.
*Have a buddy. You can meditate together by sitting in the same room, or by agreeing to meditate at the same time. This is fabulous for long distance friends; it makes me feel connected to my soul sister and is so clarifying.
*Use an app. I like
for Android users: Meditation Helper, Buddhist Meditation Helper, and Insight Timer (there is a free version of this timer, but I couldn't find the link to it!)
for iPhone: The Mindfulness App and Simply Being



Do you meditate? What works for you?