Inner Peace and Power

Episode 15: Busting the Biggest Meditation Myths

March 04, 2024 Rashmi Schramm, MD Episode 15
Episode 15: Busting the Biggest Meditation Myths
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Inner Peace and Power
Episode 15: Busting the Biggest Meditation Myths
Mar 04, 2024 Episode 15
Rashmi Schramm, MD

In this episode, we journey into the heart of meditation, where we explore how powerful this ancient practice is - and I dive into the 3 biggest meditation myths that I think hold folks back from making this practice a part of their lives. Let’s debunk some myths!

Myth 1: Meditation Requires a Thought-Free Mind

  • Reality: Meditation isn't about silencing your mind but learning to observe your thoughts without attachment. Like any skill, it becomes more effortless with practice, focusing not on the absence of thought but on the awareness of it.

Myth 2: Meditation Should Always Feel Blissful

  • Reality: While meditation can lead to feelings of bliss, it's fundamentally about present moment awareness, which means sometimes facing uncomfortable emotions. These moments are not signs of failure but opportunities for deep healing and growth.

Myth 3: Meditation as a Form of Escapism

  • Reality: Far from an escape, meditation deepens our experience of life, making us more present and aware. It's about enriching our engagement with the world, not withdrawing from it, as illustrated by real-life experiences of transformative healing.

As always, if you found this episode to be helpful, please leave a review and share with a friend. Make sure you’re following the show to effortlessly find every episode. 


Let’s connect!

Website: www.rashmischramm.com

Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/drrashmischrammoptimalwellness

Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dr.rashmischramm

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashmi-schramm-md

Email me at Rashmi@RashmiSchramm.com

Show Notes

In this episode, we journey into the heart of meditation, where we explore how powerful this ancient practice is - and I dive into the 3 biggest meditation myths that I think hold folks back from making this practice a part of their lives. Let’s debunk some myths!

Myth 1: Meditation Requires a Thought-Free Mind

  • Reality: Meditation isn't about silencing your mind but learning to observe your thoughts without attachment. Like any skill, it becomes more effortless with practice, focusing not on the absence of thought but on the awareness of it.

Myth 2: Meditation Should Always Feel Blissful

  • Reality: While meditation can lead to feelings of bliss, it's fundamentally about present moment awareness, which means sometimes facing uncomfortable emotions. These moments are not signs of failure but opportunities for deep healing and growth.

Myth 3: Meditation as a Form of Escapism

  • Reality: Far from an escape, meditation deepens our experience of life, making us more present and aware. It's about enriching our engagement with the world, not withdrawing from it, as illustrated by real-life experiences of transformative healing.

As always, if you found this episode to be helpful, please leave a review and share with a friend. Make sure you’re following the show to effortlessly find every episode. 


Let’s connect!

Website: www.rashmischramm.com

Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/drrashmischrammoptimalwellness

Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dr.rashmischramm

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashmi-schramm-md

Email me at Rashmi@RashmiSchramm.com