Concentration Quote by Gudjon Bergmann
““Meditation is a state, often defined as deep dreamless sleep awake. But, in the same way that you cannot sleep on demand, you cannot meditate on demand—that is, you can’t reach the state instantly in the same way that you can raise your right hand. The practices preceding meditation are relaxation, stillness and mental focus. Those are all things you can do. They are the preparation. Then, if you the circumstances are right, you can transition from the waking to the meditative state.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Meditation Practices, 2023
Meditation requires preparation—relaxation, stillness, focus—before the mind can shift into a deep, wakeful state; it cannot be forced instantly like a physical action.
In simple terms: Meditation needs calm preparation, not instant command.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate calm before seeking meditation.
Themes
mindfulness
patience
self‑discipline
Mood
calm
focused
reflective
Type
advice
instructional
When to use this quote
- daily stress relief
- pre‑work mental prep
- sleep transition
- creative focus
Key Concepts
psychology
neuroscience
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create a consistent pre‑meditation routine?
- What obstacles block your transition to calm?
A Different Perspective
Even with preparation, external distractions can prevent entering the meditative state.
