An Easy Guide to Meditation

by Roy Eugene Davis

Book by Davis, Roy Eugene

Genres: Self Help, Spirituality, Reference, Nonfiction, Health, Meditation, Amazon

74 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1978

Reviews

[Sheila]

Since this meditation book said it was for "spiritual growth" I was hoping for something different than what I got. I see some reviews say the book is too religious for their taste but for me it was more New Age babble than religious. Also even though it was a short bok the author used way more words than he needed to without really saying anything.

[Karen]

"For over 4 decades, Davis has taught these meditation and spiritual growth processes to thousands. routines explained in book are easy to learn, enjoyable to practice, and produce satisfying results. Learn why meditation's so beneficial and ho it's regular correct practice can enhance your life. Whether interested in marginal self-improvement or more accelerated growth, meditation can be helpful. Experience the consciousness-cleansing influences of time tested techniques. Open your mind and being to all the good life an and will provide for you when you are in harmony with it's rhythms and processes."

[Paul]

This is a short book, but for some reason I found it difficult to read. Something with the way it is written because otherwise it is pretty straight forward on meditation. It has a New Age feel to it and it accents the spiritual side of meditation vs the nuts and bolts approach. Worth the read I think to see another point of view. Maybe re-reading later I'd give it a higher rating.

[S. Spelbring]

This is not a guide to the new age of mindfulness and being present in the moment type of meditation. This a guide to the kind of meditation that allows your thoughts and being out into the open vastness of the infinite.

And if you're like me, a person dealing with the every day mental stress, anxiety, depression, or burnout, this may not be the book for you. It even says so: if you're dealing with mental illness, deal with that first.

It does give some helpful tips for calming down, centering yourself, and clearing your thoughts, albeit as a way to get ready for deep, soulful meditation with universe.

This book does what it says on the cover, the guide is easy enough to understand, even if it might be a bit difficult to put into practice. It does give the caveat that it takes time and practice to be able to meditate for longer than 2o minutes (I can barely manage 5 before my brain decides I'm done). So it's not a get into a meditative state quick type of book, but it is an easy to understand, easy to read guide to meditation.

[Ralu]

It's a good path opener

I find it a good introduction to what meditation can be/offer. The book gives both a bird's eye view and a worm's view on the different levels of meditation and possible levels of self (soul) achievement. The book also made me curious about the author's other writings and also about his teacher, Yogananda, especially since it wasn't the first time I had heard of him.

[Barbara Borror]

Terrible

Writer sounds like he is giving a sermon in a church. And is proud of how many big words he knows and can string them together in super long sentences. To much preaching and god stuff. Good thing it was free or I would be asking for my money back. I did get through about half of it but couldn't finish it.

[Juliana Petito]

Every human being should learn some techniques of Meditation, not only to get some quiet and silent moment and relax, but mainly to get attuned with God and the infinite.

[Píaras Cíonnaoíth]

An interesting read. Anything that can be of benefit can't be all that bad!

[Saurabh Kumar]

An Uneasy Guide to Meditation. A lot of words and a whole lot of going round and round in circles sans anything concrete.
Not a beneficial book at all. Avoid it.

[Mandy]

A short read

I personally will have to read parts of this several times to understand some of it. I did reread several pages, but I'll have to do more. It is a good read, though.

[Green Heart Guidance]

The basic introductory information in An Easy Guide to Meditation: For Personal Benefits and Spiritual Growth by Roy Eugene Davis is useful and well-written with a linguistic sophistication that is missing in many meditation guides. While the short work has some good concepts, it is also loaded with judgment and opinions that aren't conducive to the ideas it promotes. The first quote that made me cringe was when the author stated, "Review your practice to be sure you are doing it correctly." There is no "correct" way to meditate. What works for you at any given time is the correct thing to do. The author also argues that, "Individuals with disabling mental or emotional problems should not attempt to meditate until they have been restored to a functional degree of wellness." I strongly disagree with his perspective: Those under mental and emotional duress are those who often most need meditation, and it can help them regain their health. I was remaining open to the wisdom in the book until Davis demeaned my life experiences and those of millions of others by writing, "Thus, even occasionally intuitive insights and superconscious perceptions will be misunderstood, resulting in fantasy and, perhaps, hallucination. Meditators who are subject to illusional thinking may tend to desire phenomenal perceptions: to communicate with 'angels' or 'spirit guides,' to have 'revelations' which will provide meaning to their lives or allow them to feel themselves to be special or unique. Even sincere devotees on the spiritual path with minimal ego needs may tend to remain fixated in their illusions because of erroneously believing them to be genuine realizations." This was very shortly after Davis had related how those who have a spiritual component to their meditation practice are more likely to continue it than those who do not! Even if Davis chooses not to believe that contact with God is possible, his disparaging remarks about the spiritual experiences of others undermine his authority as a spiritual guide.

[Grayson]

A short read with really good insights. It is inspirational and very informative. I have been practicing meditation for almost a year now (not solid) and this book really gave me some insight on how to view meditation to better benefit from it and grow spiritually. The reasoning of the author sat right with my heart.

[Arturo Herrera Colmenero]

Just as the title says : an easy guide. The author will guide you through understanding what meditation is all about, how to properly meditate, and good tips on making your meditation a virtuous habit.

Read as a beginner and you'll be able to engage. Read it as an experienced meditator and you'll find some useful hints.

[Gee Thomas]

More than helpful

I felt like this book deserved all 5 stars because it was direct in describing the stages of spiritual growth and details on how to know if you're doing anything right, but just as described in the book, you can feel the spiritual progress and know you indefinitely that your journey has begun.

[Bobbie Bell]

I wish I could give this 3.4 stars instead of 4. It was decent and I thought it had some useful information, but just as any book about growth of this manner, you need to take the parts that you can use. I may ready it again down the road, it was super short.

[Jonathan P. Connor]

Meditation 101

A good basic introduction to meditation practices. Consistent with other spiritual readings that emphasize mindfulness and awareness, personal growth and reverence for the Infinite.

[Beverly Crosson]

Good book for beginner

This book gives a clear no nonsense approach to meditation no matter what your religion or beliefs may be. I would highly recommend this book to anyone beginning a meditation practice

[Tammi]

Nice short book to teach you about meditation.

[Gail]

Very quick read.. Gives basics of different mediation techniques and routines

[Kendra]

A very simple how-to, not a lot of detail, just the minimal basics of meditation. A bit religious for my tastes.

[David Donaghe]

This book is a guide to meditation and spiritual awareness. I found it a bit shot.

[Helen]

Easy short read, reminders mostly but had an inspiration whilst reading it, that I should go to India, clear my emotional blockages..

[Jukti Pratim Saikia]

nice and to the point

[Rich Maneri]

Pretty concise explanation of how to meditate using different techniques. Now if I could only do it.

[Frank Clark]

Complete and utter waste of time.

[Yasmin Shiraz]

The writing was difficult at first. But this book gives a good idea on how meditation can improve your life. It's a short book. Push your way through it. it'll be worth it.

[Dan]

Almost too technical. Takes the 'fun' out of meditation.

[Vida Andlove]

Great read

Very helpful I'm looking forward into practices of the meditational guides learned in this book. Four thumbs up! This is a re read

[Holly]

Found this book along the trail. It was timely, as I have been on this journey awhile now and needed some simple lessons as reminders.

[Ayodele]

solid, easy to follow instruction for practicing meditation for the purposes of enhanced right living and spiritual growth. i found it useful, encouraging and helpful. thank you.