5 Biggest Misconceptions About Meditation

17 Jul 2025 • 16 min • EN
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Think you know how to meditate? Think again. In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, we"re breaking down the 5 most common misconceptions that keep people stuck, frustrated, or falling off the meditation wagon altogether. Whether you"re brand new, years into your practice, or just meditation-curious — this one’s for you. We’ll explore:  • Why trying to quiet your mind might be backfiring  • The surprising shift that makes meditation feel way less like a chore • What most people get wrong about how “success” in meditation actually works • Why it’s not about how long you sit — and what matters more • And the key misconception that might be blocking your daily consistency If meditation has ever felt confusing, effortful, or just not quite clicking — listen all the way through. It might change the way you approach your practice forever. And if you"re ready to become a daily meditator, here are the resources mentioned during the episode: 7-Day Meditation Kickstart: https://thehappinessinsiders.com/ Bliss More on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5PTCiOaKB9UmciILbZJJh4 30-Day Inner Work Kickstart: https://www.lightwatkins.com/innerwork Send us a text message. We'd love to hear from you!

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