The following are the pre-requisites for a successful meditation:



1. Meditation should be practiced in an empty stomach or three hours after your principle meal or an hour after you consume any type of soft drink.



2. It is advisable to wear loose clothes. Remove your shoes, socks and even your wrist watches.



3. 10 minutes is the minimum time to practice deep meditation.



4. Sitting arrangements must be comfortable and you should select a warm, calm and a cozy place to practice meditation.



5. Sit up straight and place your hands on your knees. Relax your fingers, look straight and breathe normally.



6. Relax all your body muscles and slowly try to concentrate on your mind.



7. Close your eyes and follow your breathing process. Do not concentrate on it.



8. As the breathing becomes slower, your body will become more relaxed.



9. Remain in this posture for some time and then slowly open your eyes and return to your normal self.