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The Mastery of Destiny
7. While lying on a couch or bed for physical or mental relaxation.
Times, Places, and Conditions in which Meditation is Difficult.
- At night.
- In a luxuriously furnished room.
- While sitting on a soft, yielding seat.
- While wearing gay clothing.
- When in company.
- When the body is weary.
- If the body is given too much food.
Times, Places, and Conditions in which it is Best to Meditate.
- Very early in the morning.
- Immediately before meals.
- In solitude.
- In the open air or in a plainly furnished room.
- While sitting on a hard seat.
- When the body is strong and vigorous.
- When the body is modestly and plainly clothed.
It will be seen by the foregoing instructions that ease, luxury, and indulgence (which induce reverie) render