I do, though not nearly as often as I'd like. I think people often get too hung up on how to meditate and try to force the 'empty head', but that's like starting out on challenge mode. The most effective method for me is to sit somewhere outside (preferably a peaceful place) and focus my mind on listening. Nothing else, just listening for whatever sounds are around, and naming them. Wind, birds, water, construction noise, whatever it is, just touch each sound, then listen for another.
I guess it's more of a mindfulness exercise technically, but it's all the same concept. It's grounding yourself in the physical world, quieting the constant chatter and focusing on something external and tangible.
I do, though not nearly as often as I'd like. I think people often get too hung up on how to meditate and try to force the 'empty head', but that's like starting out on challenge mode. The most effective method for me is to sit somewhere outside (preferably a peaceful place) and focus my mind on listening. Nothing else, just listening for whatever sounds are around, and naming them. Wind, birds, water, construction noise, whatever it is, just touch each sound, then listen for another.
I guess it's more of a mindfulness exercise technically, but it's all the same concept. It's grounding yourself in the physical world, quieting the constant chatter and focusing on something external and tangible.