The mind wandering should not be a problem if meditation is done in an effective way. By that, I mean...I don't believe anyone can just sit down and meditate; we all need instruction in some kind of meditation technique.

Buddhist meditation is, I think, most conducive to mental wellness. In addition to (not in place of) personal instruction, reading supportive books is a very helpful way to practice. Like the Skeez posted, Full Catastrophe Living is an outstanding guide and has helped pull me through some very deep and frightening depressions.


I've been meditating for about 37 years. Done properly, meditation is an excellent way to help keep our minds and lives stable.


I do not believe that meditation can take the place for most people of medication and psychotherapy.


I love the idea of meditating while doing stretches, walking, or yoga.


Bottom line: There is no wrong way to meditate. There are only ways that are helpful and ways that are not. And meditation instruction is a must if you're new to the practice.

Also, meditation music can be very calming and centering. I most enjoy Buddhist meditation music. Also binaural beats music.