THE SEARCH FOR JOYFUL LIFE  by Ray Parker
NAPLES, Florida. January 14, 2005 (Naples Daily News)

They sit on the edge of their seats. Back straight. Eyes closed. Hands in a relaxed position, thumb and index finger touching. Now, slowly, effortlessly, they begin silently repeating the mantra. If they do this for 30 minutes, twice a day, they will, if the ancient sages are correct, transform themselves into more centered and peaceful people.

Which is the beneficial outcome. If you can block out other useless thoughts, like if you’re doing it right or what you’re going to eat for lunch.

The students are reminded: Meditation […]