Is it necessary to meditate in the presence of the master?
Q : I came across a spiritual text that mentions that meditation must always be done in the presence of the master, so that if the energy begins to generate, the master can guide it the right way or else the person could go insane. Currently I am in South America and the faith with which I am able to meditate daily is that ‘You’ are watching me but my mind presents obstacles to my faith. I seek clarity on this. I always try to attend the Sadhna Shivirs - meditation retreats, at the Ashram whenever it’s possible for me so that I can meditate in your presence. I have received Deeksha - Initiation as well from your merciful self. Also, I would like you to guide me if meditating at odd hours like midnight is dangerous? Prashant Goel
Answer Prashant, there is no danger in meditating alone. You can do it anytime. By anytime I mean that the time could be midnight as well, provided your body is not exhausted and you are not sleepy. If you fulfill these conditions, then midnight is the best time to meditate. There is no disturbance, no noise, no phone ringing, no visitors dropping in, you don’t have to go anywhere, and you have absolute solace for meditation.
Regarding the dangers of becoming insane, I would say that insanity is not possible for a mind, which is calm. The more you meditate, the calmer you become. So, don’t be alarmed. I don’t know which spiritual text you have been reading. Well, there are many things which I would not endorse and yet they could be considered spiritual by many people.
Gurumaa
