[Dan_SF]

Hi
The difficulty lies only in quieting the mind.
There are people around, who do not know that it is possible.

Because the mind will tell them to stop, or make them think it is not working and may make every effort to interrupt it (or not, depends on the personality), but every effort in quieting it, works.

It is not important how long (in a day) you meditate, but how often you can repeat it (in a week, in a month).

And you want to enter the relaxation state. The very relaxing one, but not falling asleep. (this is not mandatory but with the practice you can reach it easily)

The often you do it, (and feeling or faking happiness while doing it - just smile for example) will train and encourage you to do it often and longer.

Then after you are able to relax for 10~20 minutes, try to find if you can locate yourself. Try to find where the 'I' is.

'Rupert Spira' has some tips on the 'self enquiry' on youtube.

What are the rewards of meditation ?
You may discover the unreality of what you call reality.
Beside of healing effects of meditation like reduced stress, you may encounter increased knowledge, inspirations and ideas which are based on Problem solving.

Happy meditating.