Why does the inner self resist when practicing meditation?

Hello, question asker!

It's so great that you're interested in meditation to help you feel better! It does have a positive effect, but it seems like there's another voice in your head that gets in the way when you're trying to achieve that state. I can imagine it must be really frustrating, so I'm here to give you a hug if you need it!

You also mentioned that you have schizophrenia, but I think we can leave that aside for now. I know you might be curious about who that voice is and why it is there.

But it's just a voice, so don't worry! The best thing for us to do now is to get through this stage first. I truly believe that after that, you'll understand.

It would be really helpful for you to relax your mind and stop obsessing about "Who is he? What does he want?"

The next time you hear that voice, you can say hello to it, or you can just be aware that "he is here."

Then, just be with him. Don't do anything, don't resist, just accept yourself in this state. You've got this!

If "he" controls you again to speak or move your body, just let him be, my friend.

Just accept it like this every time, and keep practicing at your own pace until you, your body, and that other person merge. You've got this!

If you're not feeling confident, you can practice for a shorter period of time each time, or have a family member accompany you. It's also a great idea to pay attention to your dreams and your mental state at the same time.

I really hope these thoughts and suggestions I've put together can help you out!

There are two systems in a person: a rational control system called the "rider" and an instinctive automatic pilot system called the "elephant." There's a famous book called "The Elephant and the Rider" that I'd highly recommend reading if you're interested!

A lot of people think they're schizophrenic, and that's okay!

Let's say, for instance, that you know studying is useful, but you just can't get into it and don't want to learn. It's totally normal! As soon as you start reading, all kinds of distracting thoughts keep popping into your head: you want to check your phone, play a game, or go get a drink of water.

People know they need to control their emotions, but it can be so hard to do! The more they try to control them, the more likely they are to lose control. It's like they think, "Don't make any mistakes," and then they make mistakes, and then they think, "Oh no, I made a mistake!"

This is actually the "elephant" rebelling against the "rider."

If you've learned helplessness or have a drowning personality, it's easy for your inner elephant to distrust and rebel against your inner rider. In fact, your inner self is probably your elephant!

So, how can you help the elephant and rider get along better?

Remember, you always have a choice. And mistakes are just part of the learning process.

You're doing great! Don't label yourself or judge yourself.

It's so important to focus on your goals and actions, not on the problems. Do what you know you can do, what you can manage, and what you can handle.

Take a moment to look inward, not outward. If others help you, it is a wonderful favor; if they don't, it is their duty. You can absolutely create a safe environment for yourself. Let go of zero-sum games, learn to cooperate with others, and learn to cooperate with yourself.

Good day, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing in response to your question.

While meditation may offer some benefits for those with schizophrenia, it is important to practice under the guidance of a professional to ensure safety and optimal outcomes.

I came across some information that suggested the incidence of adverse events related to meditation is around 8.3%.

It would be remiss of me not to mention that the most common adverse reactions associated with meditation are anxiety, depression, thought disorder, somatic tension, and auditory and visual hallucinations.

It would seem that the majority of these adverse reactions occur during or after meditation practice or intervention.

It would be beneficial to consider what factors might potentially contribute to adverse reactions. These could include the frequency of practice, the intensity of the practice, or the presence of underlying mental health conditions such as schizophrenia.

It is important to note that this does not imply that meditation is inherently unsafe. However, it is advisable to practice under the guidance of a professional, particularly for individuals with schizophrenia, who should exercise caution and seek authorization before engaging in meditation alone.

I believe many people would agree that meditation should help practitioners relax and regulate their emotions. It would be interesting to understand why there might be adverse reactions in some cases.

It is possible that an individual may accidentally activate a psychological trauma during meditation. Whether it is meditation for relaxation or mindfulness therapy, they emphasize paying close attention during practice, feeling the present moment, focusing on a certain goal, and not judging what one feels, hears, or experiences.

I wonder if you have noticed that this is similar in nature to hypnosis: a state of highly focused attention, letting go of critical and rational thinking. In fact, the guided words of "observing the body" in some meditation practices are very similar to the progressive relaxation induction method in hypnosis.

This may help to explain why it seems that, whether you are meditating, practicing mindfulness therapy, etc., you may be entering a state of light to moderate self-hypnosis.

It is worth noting that patients with depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia often have a history of experiencing superimposed psychological trauma. When they experience mood swings, it is often a time when their trauma is activated or they experience trauma again.

It is therefore possible that in meditation, mindfulness practice and other states similar to hypnosis, when they are highly focused but not able to control their thinking activities well, there may be an accidental touch or activation of psychological trauma.

It is important to note that when doing these exercises, one is asked to let go of critical thinking and rational thinking. It is also important to be aware that patients may experience sudden emotional fluctuations, such as anger and fear, if the trauma touched upon is significant.

It is also worth noting that when there is anger present in this trauma, it may potentially lead to aggressive behaviour, which could be a cause for concern.

I would like to share a story that I once heard about a hypnotist who was helping a client with hypnosis. In the course of the session, the hypnotist accidentally touched the client's deepest trauma, which caused the client to become extremely upset and even punch the hypnotist. This scenario is a good example of why it is so important for hypnotists to have extensive experience in trauma repair. If they do not, there is a risk that both the hypnotist and the client could be harmed, and the client might even experience an acute psychotic episode. This would be a very serious secondary injury that could have a lasting impact on the client.

It would be advisable for schizophrenics to avoid practicing alone, as there is a risk of triggering their own psychological trauma, which could have unpredictable consequences.

If you're interested in practicing, it would be advisable to find someone who is experienced and professional in these areas.

It would be ideal to have an instructor who is both a psychiatrist and someone who is very knowledgeable about mindfulness practices and the like, and preferably also knows some techniques for repairing psychological trauma.

I wish you the best.

Dear Questioner, Thank you for your inquiry. Best regards, Sunshine Doctor/Psychological Counselor

My name is Sunshine, and I am a doctor and psychological counselor. From your words, it is evident that you are currently experiencing confusion regarding the practice of meditation. I would like to take this opportunity to share my experiences and insights from many years of practicing meditation, with the hope of providing you with inspiration and assistance.

Let us examine the particular circumstances outlined by the questioner and endeavor to comprehend and assess them.

Let us first clarify the precise circumstances outlined by the questioner and then proceed to interpret and analyze them.

I am currently experiencing symptoms that are consistent with schizophrenia, particularly auditory hallucinations and delusions. However, these symptoms do not meet the standard criteria for an official diagnosis. My doctor has advised me to take a small amount of medication to control the symptoms and to resume a normal lifestyle.

From this description, it is evident that the questioner is aware of "schizophrenic symptoms," such as auditory hallucinations and delusions. These symptoms are currently under control with a small amount of medication and are not affecting the questioner's daily life.

After taking a small amount of medication to control it, the questioner's "positive symptoms," including "hallucinations and delusions," have been controlled, reduced, or remain occasional. What is the current situation? Among the "positive symptoms of schizophrenia," the condition of "delusions" is relatively more difficult to control. Such "positive symptoms" will have an impact on the questioner's "meditation practice." This may vary depending on the individual and symptoms.

I have recently become interested in meditation. However, I have noticed that whenever I start to meditate and visualize, that is, imagine the voice in my head representing others (not necessarily anyone, but whoever I think of will be whoever it is), I experience a shaking of my head as if trying to interrupt the process. This occurs when I imagine the aforementioned voice as a cloud in the sky, appearing and disappearing, and not affecting me. Additionally, I have noticed that the voice itself will sometimes take on a shrill male or female voice, prompting me to say things like "I'm not your slave" and "I don't want to die."

The questioner's view of this kind of "meditation exercise" is to randomly replace the "person" that appears in the brain with the voices that once judged you. This is an example of "substitution/replacement," which is also considered a kind of "cognitive therapy." It can be conceptualized as "the clouds in the sky," appearing and disappearing, and then temporarily not affecting the current questioner. However, in another way, the head shakes uncontrollably, indicating the emergence of another kind of uncontrolled behavior.

— The voice will also become shrill, like that of a boy or a girl, prompting the subject to mouth words like "I'm not a slave" or "I don't want to die." Could this be the subconscious desire of the subject all along? When such an expression of uncontrollable behavior occurs, what is the specific situation that the subject's body/mind experiences?

Yesterday, I discovered a meditation exercise designed to foster self-love. When I attempted to follow the instructions, I initially experienced physical relaxation, comfort, and a lack of tension. However, I encountered resistance from an internal voice that was both painful and resistant. My entire head began shaking uncontrollably, as if there was an internal conflict preventing me from continuing. Nevertheless, I am confident that persisting with this exercise will lead to positive outcomes.

Could you kindly provide a scientific explanation for my situation?

Yesterday, the questioner discovered a meditation exercise designed to foster self-love. During the exercise, they experienced physical relaxation, comfort, and reduced tension. However, they continued to exhibit the same uncontrollable behavior as before, namely, head shaking. The questioner perceived "Ta" as an obstacle to their progress, indicating a potential conflict between internal and external influences. How did the questioner feel at this time?

Do you wish to avoid any interference from "Ta"? Or are you willing to accept "Ta" as part of the process?

Please confirm whether you still wish to eliminate the influence of "Ta."

The questioner states that continued practice will result in significant improvement. Could you please elaborate on the specific benefits of this approach?

Please provide a detailed description.

Based on the information provided by the questioner, please explain and address the situation as follows:

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Firstly, it is important to accept the current situation and recognise how meditation practice aligns with our mindset.

1. Meditation practice is an exercise that involves accepting the present moment without judgment, accusation, suppression, or following. It allows one to calmly and peacefully coexist with any thoughts that arise in the mind, thereby relaxing the body and mind. While meditation practice is an effective way to relax the body and mind, it is not easy to truly grasp the essence. To truly feel a state of comfort throughout the body and mind, one must practice consistently.

2. While meditation exercises are suitable for many people with mental disorders, they are generally not recommended for individuals with schizophrenia or schizophrenia-related positive symptoms.

3. In terms of standard clinical treatment, the current first choice for psychotherapy for schizophrenia is cognitive behavioral therapy, combined with supportive psychotherapy and occupational therapy. The latter is a method of treating illness through appropriate labor and recreational activities, with the aim of improving the patient's mood, exercising their ability to work, promoting their appetite, and improving their sleep.

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Secondly, with the positive symptoms effectively managed through medication, appropriate physical and mental training can be conducted under the guidance of professionals.

1. While meditation exercises can be beneficial for individuals, it is important to note that they require certain indications. It would be advisable for the questioner to communicate the situation that has arisen during their meditation exercises with their attending physician before proceeding with a meditation plan.

2. In a situation like the one described, if this is the first time the individual is engaging with meditation exercises, it is advisable to do so in a small group setting. This will help to ensure that any initial deviations in the process do not result in unintended changes to symptoms that could hinder control.

This is to confirm that the above is my understanding and answer to the question posed by the questioner. I hope it will prove to be a positive and helpful contribution to the matter in hand.

I am a single entity, a unified whole, a singularity. I am the sun, I am the world, and I love you.

Meditation helps you relax and connect with yourself. Some parts of you may resist this, especially if you have schizophrenia. It can be painful to move from division to change and towards a unified self.

If you feel resistance, your inner self might be ready to integrate. Follow your doctor's advice to maintain a good state so you can explore yourself.

You can meditate to be at peace with yourself. This will be good. Perhaps negative thoughts are still influencing you.

You can change this with a pen. Record your thoughts every day. Even if the voices are still intense.

You can slow down and see if the voices slow down too.

Change is hard to accept. We all want to achieve things. Meditation can help you relax and accept yourself. If you can, let a professional counselor guide you. They can help you understand how internal voices are formed and how to align yourself with reality. Good luck!

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