I've been struggling with being able to meditate effectively for what seems like EONS now, and I'm wondering if anyone has any advice for me. I can never seem to get my conscious mind to calm down and shut up and focus on the meditation... I always seem to be distracted by thoughts of work or family or "oops! I forgot to take out the trash!", etc. etc.
I've tried using guided meditation CD's and audio books, and that seems to help quite a bit, but I still don't feel like I'm all the way there... any tips? They'd be greatly appreciated.
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