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Originally Posted by Lorelyen
Guided meditation is a swindle, a distraction. How can you meditate with someone telling you what to think and see the whole time? Best to learn meditation techniques then meditate. It takes discipline and practice so be prepared for a little frustration here and there. Find out the best time of your day for it.
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I wouldn't call guided meditation a swindle or a distraction. It is simply a different practice.
Traditional meditation is the focused concentration of the mind on one object to the exclusion of all else, so the mind becomes still and consciousness merges with the object of meditation.
Guided meditation is more of an inner journey, and it can be helpful to be told each stage of the journey because otherwise the mind tends to wander. This can be very relaxing, and sometimes surprising and unexpected images may appear which could be meaningful.
Personally I think that any inner work has value, and the ability to concentrate and visualise has great benefit.
Peace.