Why I Meditate (And How)

[@samovenstv]

Check out the video and let me know what you think here in the comments?

[@badboyricardo]

I use binaural beats for meditation. Being grounded and focused can take you a long way

[@manns101101]

the Panth strikes again - thank you Sam!

[@MindfulNEWS]

Sam I’m about to sign up for your course and it’s all about meditation. Great video and I’m sure you’ll love what I have to bring to the table

[@SatsiriWinberg]

Legendary content. The zone video you mentioned. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZ2Xaq2Zbcxmers

[@MRS.L2024]

kia ora Sam. awesome video man. life lessons too

[@ZedShah]

An ancient Zen saying "You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes a day, unless you are too busy, in which case you should sit for an hour"

[@samovenstv]

I like that!

[@vince6252]

That's fantastic, I'll work up to that hour. This is like an exercise video where the guy says, "If you find the squats difficult, go lower." Damn straight.

[@janiprime]

Zed! I’m gonna try this starting tomorrow morning!

[@taposhdas3486]

Summary: 1. sit for 5-20 mins and focus on your breath. 2.If you get distracted by a random thought, bring your focus back on your breath. 3.Doing this consistently will increase your attention period and you'll learn to get in the zone.

[@lordnelsonmc.billionberg9166]

It's basically like weight training for your mind. The key is to be thankful when you realize, you were distracted. (Instead of being angry with oneself)

[@ranplan]

Day 42 without alcohol. Day 5 of the gym. My nutrition has been pretty good for the past 2 years. Starting a consistent sleep schedule. I will add in the meditation now. Thanks man.

[@landonic81]

Congrats. I've only drank once in the past month. Feel so much better now

[@yourkidelias2]

CONGRATS!! Very good progresses!

[@2jzandys444]

Never ever stop or else it’s all a complete waste of precious time.

[@Trager95]

yeah ok but how much money did you make

[@liamc1102]

Stop being so focused on the money before you've tried it.@@Trager95

[@mdfarhadhussain]

He understands what he is talking about. PERIOD. Now it is up to you, whether you listen to him or not.

[@zeinaitani8918]

This guy gives the most value in everything he does. My role model and inspiration. Thank you

[@poetictriangle1037]

He is an evolved person.

[@ThaxTurner]

i'm blown away with the wisdom you have Sam! I have been working on myself for 20 years and have spent hundreds of thousands on courses and coaching plus traveling to watch seminars. I have bought your program and just finished week two and I'm totally hooked.. I run a 300 million dollar business with 320 employees and now i can see a billion plus. I can see why you have dominated your space and i wanted to commend you on a job well done! Looking forward in learning and i have definitely put all other teachers to the side and focusing on your teachings! Be well! And thanks !

[@vincemorano4079]

I just looked you up and you work as a branch manager. You don't "run" a 300 million dollar business

[@ThaxTurner]

Vince Morano thanks for looking me up! I run the Branch and I have 320 employees and my team will do over 300 million in sales. I’m using this program to help my sales consultants. I’m sharing the mindset of week two with the team. So your correct! I’m the Branch Manager and I’m responsible for the PnL! Be well,

[@bvlee1974]

@@ThaxTurner , imagine the life of somebody like Vince Morano that he would take the time to "look you up," and then proceed to create an assumption out of thin air with a bit of hate. LOL. The fucking internet never disappoints...

[@ThaxTurner]

BV Lee right on! I have learned that most people try to find the negative in things. The funny part is that I usually wouldn’t reply. Have a rocking day and happy holidays! Best ,

[@Andrew279144]

You run a $300m dollar company with 320 employees?? - Linked in says you are a lowly branch manager at Shamrock Food Company! I think you are a lot like Sam - full of B/S and a bit of a dreamer......

[@AssafSeb]

As a yoga instructor meditation is a large part of my teaching and practice, however I don't think I've ever heard such a great explanation of why and how to meditate. I love how you break it down to a very simple and digestible concept! Great video!

[@leanzadoodles5354]

I’ve been meditating for a bit more than a year now so I’m already sold on how beneficial it is. I thought this video would just reaffirm my thoughts on meditation, but I didn’t expect that it would be super helpful too! Thank you for the helpful tips and insights! One benefit I found that I don’t think you mentioned was that I’m more in the moment, I find myself anticipating the future less, so I don’t feel like time just passes by without me noticing, I actually feel like I get to experience the full day. I know that’s not really business related but I find it to be a great benefit!

[@TobyMiller1970]

Best video I have seen on how and why to meditate. One of my takeaways is that meditation really helps/trains your mind to focus, turn off the chatter/distraction and be more productive. Thanks, Sam.

[@dieggo6666]

Sam, I've been meditating for over 3 years now and everything you say in this video is absolutely true. Meditation is the key to success and happiness. To your point of avoiding thoughts.. actually you should do the opposite and take time to consciously process your thoughts, basically hear what your mind wants to tell you and believe you will be amazed that the best ideas and answers come from that moment. I also meditate to attract, imagine and plan big things to my life. Thanks for this great video.

[@lukiso5734]

The best period in my life was when i would workout and meditate first thing in the morning, i was like 16, just come off a break up, other things werent that good, but looking back that was a time full off light, i had my shit together, and now i think it came just from that, workout then meditate first thing in the morning, oh also, cold shower.

[@s1m0n3ch]

Sam! Miss your videos man. This is a gem. The synthesis and clarity you bring is truly a gift. Very appreciative of you sharing! Hope all is going good with you!

[@JacksonianT]

One of your gifts Sam, is to perfectly explain things for us analytical types in a profoundly clear manner. Really glad I found you.

[@bossiwhat]

You sold me on meditation. I’m going to try it. Best video I’ve seen on KZbin this year.

[@santimerino]

Thank you again Sam, I can't be tired of saying this.

[@ChelsieBradshaw]

Thank you for sharing. I used to get in the "zone" but have had a hard time lately. Now, I understand that when I stopped meditating I removed an essential tool for my brain. Thank you for helping me see that.

[@LukeAvedon]

Sam's technique is basically Shikantaza ('just sitting') in Zen. Most traditions have something like that. For me, I found my mind is so crazed that counting down from a number is easier. Then when you get to 0 you are done. When the breath starts to feel really good try to let it move through the whole body (as crazy as that sounds). See the book, "Keeping the Breath In Mind" by Ajahn Lee

[@Deestroyer82]

Yes I find that works best for me too counting backwards but I do it by 7's focuses my mind more 98, 91,84 when I get to zero I go back around until time is up.

[@chetanmore3310]

Holistic view of how meditation can help one to work towards realization of their dreams. Amazing insight of the speaker. Thank you for the video.

[@ensan434]

You’re actually one of the realest people out here who really cares for his students and genuinely wants the best for them, thank you for sharing your knowledge I’m going to do my best to apply it in my life

[@darioscomicschool1111]

The best Video on Meditation I ever watched. And I have seen a few!

[@BarbiKvisz]

I started watching the video, zooned out and started paying attention at the part when you said, being in a deep hole looking at who knows pictures on facebook and I WAS JUST DOING THAT. I really want to change that.

[@skylerjohnson9089]

For some reason I was thinking that motivation=focus. and somewhere in this video I had one of those "clicking" moments about it. Thank you for all the great information!

[@emilvonschwartzenberg4339]

I really like that you just made me meditate for 20 mins. It is that simplicity of meditation which makes it in the same sense so hard. Waiting for the 20 mins to end. Your body starts making stuff up to distract you from your goal like wanting you to scratch your nose. I did Headspace for 2 months and then didn't use it anymore. I believe meditation needs to be with yourself, no coach, no app. I will do the 20 min meditation with no bs app from now. Great Video as always Sam!

[@benjaminkatembo9091]

You truly are a hero without a cape in this entrepreneurial world. I was about to make a fatal mistake and forego meditating to save up on time but you sure made a fine case, and then some👌👏👍 To Your Success

[@rapvocalsandsongwriting7893]

Stop listening to so many of other teachers because of you, KZbin will be gone soon but I learn so much from the videos I watch🤯

[@markweston3345]

Sam this is great. You are filling in the gaps that a lot of business/ self help folks leave out!

[@davidsteinke1]

seriously the best videos. Sam, please never stop giving us this amazing content. If you release a course targeted at beginners/prospecting entrepreneurs, I'm in it.

[@whiteninja1838]

David Steinke Consulting Accelerator is literally perfect for that. If you go into business without going through Week 1 and 2, you’ll be so far ahead of everyone else

[@MikeBarron1]

SELF CARE!

[@KlaasVictor]

During the last Q&A you decided to do a video on meditation and BAM you already did!

[@Pablonc]

The value of all your videos, Sam, is HUGE. Thanks so much.

[@vince6252]

Okay, tried doing meditation properly for the first time. Before it's been pretty minimal. 20 minutes evaporated. I feel SO calm. What a fantastic video. I'll meditate every day: I really want to get in-the-zone. I rarely get that now.

[@airbnbempireacademy6797]

7:20 Is spot on, you don't go to gym for 1 day and expect immediate results and then go 'Oh going to the gym doesn't work'. To get results from mediation it needs to be a consistent, daily practice

[@christopherarmstrong2710]

Hands down the best explanation and reasoning for meditation I’ve ever seen.

[@marekbednar1265]

Im currently 23 and am experiencing 1st time my business to be booming gradually. And I cannot say how much I relate to the bad stuff you talked about - I lack of sleep, I do not meditate and thus my focus suffer heavily. Thank you for your insight. I will definitely keep you updated on how things go. You are changing my approach toward business with every single video, thank you.

[@tonyfight9897]

1:44 what is business 2:50 distraction

[@miramira9883]

This is the BEST video about meditation! Thank you for sharing it with us, Sam!

[@Shortz4Funn]

Meditation helps with social anxiety as well

[@Nani-gr7xi]

Just had my first meditataion...it was HORRIBLЕ Thank you Sam

[@Nani-gr7xi]

Day 2: Slight(slight) improvement. Still horrible.

[@Nani-gr7xi]

Day 3: *Ultimately a failure*. I was struggling more than on day 1 for the first half. Then someone called me and I didn't try to start over after. Day 4: *Huge improvement*. Part of my problem was that my posture was off. Now that I didn't have to think about backaches it was way easier all of the sudden. Tip: Sit with your hamstrings on the chair and notice how your back naturally wants to stay straight that way. I just did it with a slight tilt so that my palms rested on my knees. I am noticing that my mind tries to trick me into thinking about "important matters" such as unsolved problems. I easily get caught on to those and it takes me way too much time to react and bring my mind back. Once I bring my mind back then I start thinking "good job, at least you caught it" and realize I have been tricked yet again. One of the things that pops the most is what I am going to write about in this report in the comment section. For that reason, I won't be doing any more daily updates. I will however comment if I feel as though I have something to say. On the off chance that you read this: Thank you, Sam, once again.

[@jimmy_westside]

Great stuff Sam! Going to implement this for 30 days and will comment back how it goes

[@ivanborisov7648]

Get in the Zone! Was really struggling with that as well but Meditation and Accountability make a huge impact - really recommend everyone to find somebody they have to be accountable to.

[@MikeBarron1]

Connection with your internal self

[@pradtayapornsongkrod5655]

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[@suzannevilleneuve504]

Meditation is very key! This is truly some of the best comments (with video) that I have come across (ever, in over 10 + years), in terms of making it really down to earth and real for people. I can share this with so many friends, but truly important -- with family!, and know it will be so helpful for them. Thank you Sam! for the time you put into your videos to be down to earth / home based / practical. Very very appreciated!

[@luisenc789]

Thanks Sam. I used to be able to get into the zone on my own 20 years ago. I've lost that super powers. Thanks for this meditation video. I am so excited that I will be able to get back what I had before and will have again. Thanks Sam. I am so happy I found you!!!

[@SebastianFailla]

Really love the content Sam, and the view and perspective you bring with these videos is on another level! 🔥

[@awh4272]

Glad this is still here - never take this down Sam!

[@lynneleopold]

Best advice ever - I have personally have just embarked on a meditation program learning primordial sound mediation - hope to teach it soon - looking forward also to your webinar tomorrow - exciting times for me - thanks Sam!

[@brettsimpson2157]

I just did 15 minutes of meditation and it felt amazing. Thanks for inspiring me to get started

[@tercur4356]

LOl!!! SAM! YOU ARE JUST LIKE A FLY ON MY WALL!! THANKS FOR THE REMINDER!! (I LOVE THIS FELLOW!!) TERESA (THE UK) XXXX

[@tercur4356]

HE TELLS IT LIKE IT IS! PEOPLE!

[@MB-up3mh]

Yes, meditation is great for focus, which is crucial in today world full of distractions. But I also noticed something different, it gives you some sort of a buffer for emotions and thoughts and prevent them from taking control over you. To do this I meditate regulary not just by focusing on my breath but also by focusing on every sensation in my body. I don't stop my thoughts, emotions but just let them be, noticed them but don't try to stop them, just let them come and go.

[@LifeWithTarsha]

I laughed out loud when you made the comment about being a neurotic. I'll start meditating today. Thanks, Sam!

[@tercur4356]

LOl!!! SAM! YOU ARE LIKE A FLY ON MY WALL!! THANKS FOR THE REMINDER MATE! I LOVE THIS FELLOW! TERESA (THE UK) XXXX

[@faranedraki908]

This is exactly what i needed to hear because i've been trying to figure out how to get back into that zone and i've got some insight to help me stop pinging everywhere and stay in that zone for a good while and get work done. Thanks sam!

[@coyotestarrk6322]

And thus began my meditation journey

[@RRandomRick]

I agree. There is so much to benefit from meditation. If only more people knew...

[@ftnsco]

Hey Sam, hope all is well. Just wanted to say that although this content is old, the wisdom lives and I'm grateful to have discovered you. Be well.

[@jacquehustead3174]

So glad you didn't link meditation to any religion, chanting and the like. That's one reason I've stayed away from it in the past. Now I can see myself trying it out. About eliminating sugar, does that include fruit?

[@anthhony]

This video is exactly what I've been thinking but haven't been able to put into words myself

[@TheFredrikBakkee]

I used to get into that zone where magic happens. Gotta get it back. This video summarized exactly how I felt and feel.

[@cesaremarchetti685]

very motivating. thanks. will give it a try for sure.

[@ayoubmezoury4134]

As an entrepreneur, you regularly have to cope up with difficult situations. You have the responsibility of managing time and cash flow, hiring new employees, growing business and many other things. The pressure of handling all these responsibilities can easily lead to piling up of stress. This is where a few minutes of meditation can prove to be a boon for you. Great Valuable Content Sam!!

[@michaelshondel9274]

Sam, you reminded me that I don't have time NOT to meditate... clearance... allowance... gratitude... ahhhhhh. Thank You, Sam.

[@Tony-Lin]

whoa I just watched the entire video without getting distracted

[@rhysnewton]

Your a real legend Sam. We will meet & enjoy our passing encounter at some point in future. I hope nobody reads this as it gets documented apart from you. That is all 🔥 I am a marketer in London. BUT beyond that, mediation has changed my life in terms of focus and energy. I am not a millionaire in asset cash yet. But once I implement the plan to help those in my environment it should be ‘inevitable’. PROVIDED I remain in my surroundings and energy. Which I protect at all costs. Namaste 🔥 I will also DM this because I want to connect in future sir, namaste 🙏🏻

[@owlright9007]

Thank you. The least watched videos I find the most informative!

[@RonAndSarahhh]

Hi, Sam! Stumbled upon this video on a comment in r/getdisciplined and I have to say that it inspired me to learn medidation. Thank you so much!

[@fclp67]

the nine truths about online business made me aware of you Sam cause I see that you really do say the truth and in this world where there's a lot of deception like it's a mafia movie someone who actually tells the truth is a real treasure

[@ceojayleo]

I have made it a habit to watch a video from you every morning so I can adopt your mindset for business I love it. I watched your learn how to learn video, so I am constantly looking for the nuggets of raw material you leave so I can study thanks. I am currently making Meditation a morning habit as well right now & I didn't realize this extra power it had for business. I was purely doing it to connect spiritually but now I see it does both. man thanks so much love you brother

[@matissefitzpatrick]

Best practical explication on why we should meditate. A big thank you

[@dannygrays]

Love the description of being in the Zone Sam. Really facinating👍

[@MisterDnguyen]

Sam! Very strange thought I had when I was watching this video. It was when you said to like, comment and subscribe. I can see why some people don't take action on information that's put out there. Most people who watch videos like this may not even take action like clicking the like or commenting. So when something as informative like this comes out, they lack the habit to take action there after. I'll be honest as well! I've been very guilty of this for a very long time which is why I'm taking the time to write and like.

[@cryptolatino9220]

wow, great advice Sam, meditation is really working for, thanks Dude! Bogota, Colombia

[@mffaruqi6830]

So that was the secret to get into the zone. I was told about the zone by a friend who sort of told me that the shortcut to getting wealthy is to lose yourself in work, so much so that you know nothing about what happens around you. Through your video now I also know why my work progress is so slow. I haven't been in the zone. Lets do it.

[@shontaeadacia5218]

I’m so glad you made this

[@yuriikuzemko633]

Cool! I found my day as a set of meditations. The first morning is a 20 min sitting and breathing the next ones are my concentrated work between the interruptions for lunch, etc.

[@mohabdul1]

This is the best explanation i have ever heard of what meditation is and what it is supposed to achieve for us. Now i get it. Thanks a million. I see why you are so successful.

[@MrWardsEd]

Thank you Sam for sharing your knowledge and experiences. Your long videos worth our time.

[@infowazz]

another good way to get into the zone is through art, such as painting. even if you suck at art, give it a try. so will improve as you go and being creative is great for the brain. ambient music without words or jazz is great as well. relaxing music in the background to keep part of your mind occupied and happy so u can focus.

[@paulengineer2548]

Great video, I applied it right away and feel different :) By practicing meditation I improve my focus. I continually get better at catching myself whenever I get distracted and it helps me to improve my ability to correct myself to stay on course. The continous practice makes the difference. The outcome of mediation is focus, clean thinking, concentration & self control. Business is about finding a niche, finding a problem the participants of the niche share, finding a solution to the problem and selling the solution to these people, while being as efficient as possible and doing it at the largest scale possible. To do that, I have to be disciplined, think clearly, be able to focus on things and getting them done and I have to be relentless on policing my mind and myself from distraction. If I do not meditate, I will start my day with an intent, get distracted and loose the entire day as a result. The byproduct of mediation helps my money-making endeavor by working as a force multiplier. Meditation helps me get into the zone. Other components to achieving high levels of focus are the avoidance of alcoholic beverages & sugar while putting an emphasis on staying hydrated & sticking to a consistent sleep schedule.

[@porshahenault5509]

You are Right On Sam! Thank You, as Always!

[@Gelpaxcom]

Best video on meditation I've seen. Thanks for posting

[@JKBelle]

This is so true about meditation! When I stick with it it is life changing! Jus need to commit to DAILY 20 mins! And yeah, the sugar HAS to go!!!

[@mahery4414]

Honestly, thank you Sam !

[@athmunrajkumar1877]

Really liked the part where meditation is about catching the wandering mind, and this helps you practically in business by helping you capture your wandering mind and bringing it back into the zone.Reminds me of a verse "the intelligence of those who are irresolute is many-branched."

[@rehemankisi3551]

This was very good and explained my exact situation .. the pain. wow. thanks so much.

[@jaya3118]

Great content Sam, another great video of wisdom!

[@itoilinks]

One of the most important videos you’ve done (without having seen all). But this message in these days is so superimportant. The way you deliver the message is really good, how you explain it and tie it in, in everyday life and business! 👍🏼 And I love you metafores! One needs to police ones mind to stay focused and keep out of rabbit holes! 😃

[@merakli07]

I am so glad I found your channel and I've been binge watching your videos these days. No one better explained how meditation could help us this way. Thanks for being you.

[@datnguyenba4389]

Great content as always. huge supporting for you, Sam, you've changed my mindset drastically

[@xaamirx]

This channel is better than 95% of university programs. Fuck yes Mr. Ovens!

[@stevelewis7040]

I tried meditating 3 days ago and I found it excruciating because of my attention span, this shows I have a lot to gain from this

[@sandrakaramitelios1790]

First time I've ever had anyone explain meditation like that and the first time it's seemed achievable.

[@pxly69]

seriously the greatest videos. Sam, please never stop taking drugs. If you release a course on how to stop excessive eyes blinking, I'm in it.

[@kevinmarin6883]

Wtf??

[@drewwarner6350]

Could you do a video for books to read in 2019 and why those books? Great content as always!

[@ArchemedesMirror]

Great video, thank you so much! I look forward to the benefits of a sustained habit of meditation.

[@christianesteban7093]

Hey Sam, thanks for making this video. I had requested you do this one in a comment on another video, so I really appreciate it 🙏

[@victorianoroque4983]

I've learned so much from you, thank you for your consistent efforts to give us value 💥

[@TurbopropRaven]

Never wrote comments on youtube before, but watched it for 6years day by day. You are awesome and your videos re superb. Distruction is massive monster... Zone is really cool allegory. Superb. And good luck with your channel. Your are star. Keep going. Big thanks.

[@milankrejci9661]

Great content Sam, love the video. I´ve been lacking something for a long time. Something that would keep me focused that I could figure out what it is. Now I know, that the only gap in my routine is the meditation. Thanks a lot for what you do, mate!