"I know meditation is good, but I don't know where to start or how to begin."
This is the most common statement I hear while writing articles about meditation. There are thousands of meditation videos on YouTube, and dozens of meditation apps available in the app store. Information is overflowing, yet it is difficult to find a meditation method that suits me. As a result, I often give up after a few days, thinking, "I guess it doesn't work for me."
It is at this point that we can discover why the 『10-Day Mindfulness Meditation Workbook』 (by Benjamin W. Decker) is gaining attention. This book provides clear answers to the most common questions that meditation beginners have. "What meditation method is right for me?"
An Invitation for 10 Days from a World-Class Meditation Leader
Author Benjamin W. Decker is a world-renowned meditation leader based in Los Angeles, USA. He is also the founding leader of 'Unplug Meditation', considered the origin of modern meditation studios, and the global wellness brand 'Wanderlust'. Featured in major media outlets such as 《The New York Times》 and 《Forbes》, he has led the popularization of meditation and has been recognized for his exceptional ability to translate ancient wisdom into the everyday language of modern people.
This time, he presents a more practical approach. Over the course of 10 days, you will experience one meditation method each day, totaling 10 different techniques. It is a journey to discover the method that suits you best, much like tasting various foods while traveling.
10 Meditation Methods, Finding the One That Suits Me
The meditation journey guided by this workbook unfolds as follows.
Building a Strong Foundation
Day 1: Sitting Breath Awareness Meditation
Day 2: Open Awareness Meditation
Day 3: Mindfulness Observation Meditation
Mindfulness in Daily Life
Day 4: Mindful Eating Meditation
Day 6: Walking Meditation
Day 7: Body Scan Meditation
Looking Deep Within
Day 5: Emotion Observation Meditation
Day 8: Mantra Meditation
Day 9: Sitting with Difficult Emotions Meditation
Day 10: Loving-Kindness Meditation
Each meditation method is carefully structured with its meaning and effects, necessary preparations, specific practice methods, advanced processes, and space to record experiences. This is not just a book to read; it is a true workbook where you can write and record to create your own meditation experience.
Practice, Not Theory; 10 Days to Form a Habit
The core message that Benjamin Decker emphasizes in this book is clear. "Meditation is not theory; it is practice."
There are many books about meditation. Books that cover the history of meditation, its scientific effects, and philosophical backgrounds can satisfy intellectual curiosity. However, such knowledge alone does not create a meditation habit. You must actually practice mindfulness by sitting, walking, and eating.
Therefore, this book suggests a short but intensive 10-day practice period. You only need to invest 10 to 20 minutes a day for just 10 days. In the process, readers will naturally discover the meditation method that best fits their lifestyle and goals. If you are a morning person, you can start your day with breath meditation, and if you experience emotional ups and downs, emotion observation meditation or loving-kindness meditation may help. If you have a lot of work stress, walking meditation or body scan meditation could be effective.
Small Changes That Transform Daily Life
What you can gain from practicing meditation is not just tranquility. This workbook guides you to develop four core abilities: concentration, attention, awareness, and self-regulation.
You will be able to focus your wandering mind during work, take a moment to pause instead of reacting immediately when angry, and fully experience the everyday moments that you might have habitually overlooked. This is why mindfulness meditation is necessary for modern people.
For beginners to seasoned practitioners, this book will be a friendly guide for those interested in meditation but unsure of where to start. How about embarking on a meditation journey with this book for just 10 days? At the end of that short journey, you may find your own meditation method that you will carry with you for a lifetime.