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समाधान(Samādhan)
Concentration / Mental Absorption
Samādhan refers to the ability to maintain a focused, unwavering, and stable mind that is fully absorbed in the object of meditation or contemplation. It is the quality of mental clarity and single-pointed attention, free from distractions and fluctuations. This deep concentration enables spiritual insight and progress.
In Sanatan Dharma, Samādhan is crucial for effective meditation, learning, and self-realization. Without concentration, the mind wanders and dilutes spiritual efforts. Samādhan helps in mastering the mind and achieving higher states of awareness.
- Regular meditation focusing on breath, mantra, or a visual object.
- Practicing mindfulness in daily activities.
- Reducing sensory distractions and creating a conducive environment.
- Using techniques like Trataka (fixed gazing) to train attention.
- Gradually increasing meditation duration to build stamina.
- Enhanced mental clarity and calmness.
- Improved memory and learning ability.
- Greater spiritual insight and intuition.
- Reduced anxiety and mental restlessness.
Bhagavad Gita 6.12-13
""One should hold the body, head, and neck erect in a straight line and stare steadily at the tip of the nose without looking around. Thus, with a mind fixed on Me, one should sit in Yoga.""
These verses describe the posture and focused attention essential for Samādhan in meditation.
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali 1.2
""Yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind.""
Samādhan is the mental steadiness required to still the mind’s fluctuations.
- Samādhan is not forced concentration but natural absorption.
- It differs from daydreaming or mere fixation without awareness.
- Maintaining focus on a task despite distractions.
- Practicing mindfulness during conversations.
- Engaging fully in creative or athletic activities.
- Sitting quietly in meditation with steady attention.
In modern life, Samādhan helps improve productivity, focus, stress management, and emotional regulation through mindfulness and meditation practices.
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