The meditation methods of Jiddu Krishnamurti

Teacher’s Introduction

Jiddu Krishnamurti was an Indian philosopher, speaker, and writer. He had rejected all religious and spiritual authorities. He was discovered as a child by the Theosophical Society and then was groomed to be a "World Teacher," but later he renounced that role and stressed self-inquiry and freedom from all conditioning. He taught the world to focus on mental transformation, direct perception of truth, and living without fear. He traveled to different parts of the world and was involved in deep discussions on education and human consciousness. Even today, his works continue to inspire many seekers of truth to go beyond organized belief systems.

Meditation techniques:

1. Evaluating without making a decision

While we work on our emotions, thoughts, and environment, we must maintain an open mind and heart. We need to monitor them closely.

2. Becoming attuned mindfully

Instead of fighting our thoughts, we should notice them and try to understand where they're coming from.

3. Meditative Listening

It doesn’t matter whether we are listening to music, nature, or someone speaking; we must practice active listening without thinking about what to say next.

4. Gazing at "What Is"

We must let go of expectations and past experiences and absorb the world around us.

5. Being mindful of the here and now.

Instead of allowing our thoughts to stray into the past or the future, we should concentrate solely on the present moment.

6. Inquiring about oneself.

We must get in-depth answers to questions like "Who am I?" and "What is the nature of the self?" by asking ourselves these questions.

7. Observation of mind

We need to monitor the continuous chatter in our minds.

8. Meditating on Relationships

We must consider the individuals in our lives as mirrors of our inner selves. We must keep patience, not complain, and analyze our relationships with people through a proper lens.

9. Watching our fears

We must stay with our fears as they are coming. We must watch them move inside us and not try to stop or fix them.

10. Being a Part of Nature

We must find a moment to sit quietly and observe nature, whether it's a tree, a river, or the sky.

11. Efficient Silence

Instead of trying to silence our minds forcefully, we should let silence come to us.

12. De-authorization

We must free ourselves from our own beliefs by challenging all authorities, both internal and external.

13. Complete Focus

We must focus entirely on the task at hand, whether it's eating, reading, or walking.

14. Getting a Grip on Conflict

We must think about where the conflict is coming from, whether it's internal or external, and just observe it without attempting a quick solution.

15. A Lifestyle Based on Meditation

We must practice contemplative awareness in every instant of our lives rather than limiting it to set times.

16. Observing the Training Process

We should monitor our behavior and ideas to determine the extent to which our culture and society shape them.

17. Observing Affection

It is needed to keep track of the progression of our desires when they emerge from the initial craving to the ways in which they influence our behavior and emotions.

18. Interstitial Space

Let the empty space between our thoughts grow organically by paying attention to it.

19. Being Without Effort

We must try not to achieve some sort of meditative state but embrace our being without striving or anticipating anything.

20. Being Aware and Being Empty

Rather than perceiving emptiness as a void, we should strive to perceive it as a blank canvas that can accommodate all experiences.

Conclusion:

According to Krishnamurti, true meditation is not about conforming to a system but rather about developing an in-depth familiarity with our inner self and the external environment. It's all about us being mindful, clear, and sensitive in our daily lives.