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This meditation technique invites you to
simulate the ancient “freeze mode” of the amygdala, leading to a state
of profound surrender, inner stillness, and, potentially, a point of
transformative crystallization. This protocol is especially recommended
when you are going through hard and stressful times.
Before beginning, ask yourself if you are truly ready to let go. If you
encounter too much resistance while practicing, it might be a sign that
you are not yet ready for this technique. Give yourself time, and return
to it when the moment feels right.
PREPARATION
Readiness
• Ensure that you have read the chapters Meditative Pixelation and
Trauma and Spirituality to fully understand the context and purpose of
this meditation.
• Attempt this meditation only if meditation is already an integral part
of your life and you are comfortable with practices of surrender and
stillness.
Setting the Space
• Find a quiet, undisturbed space where you won’t be interrupted for at
least 30 minutes, ideally one hour or longer.
• Ensure the room is comfortably warm, as you will be lying completely
still for an extended period.
Symmetrical Setup
• Use a flat surface (like a yoga mat or firm mattress). Avoid using a
pillow to maintain perfect alignment.
• Cover yourself with a blanket if needed, ensuring it is evenly and
symmetrically placed across your body for balanced sensory input.
Practize in Light
Do this Meditation surrounded by as much light as possible.
ENTERING THE POSTURE
Lie on Your Back
• Lie flat on your back in perfect symmetry. The head, torso, and legs
should form a straight line.
• Allow your arms to rest at your sides with palms facing down or
up—whichever feels more natural.
• Keep your legs straight, with feet naturally relaxed.
Immobilize the Body
• Commit to complete stillness. No part of your body should move, except
for the natural movement of your breath.
• Resist the urge to shift, scratch, or adjust your position during the
practice.
BREATHING
Focus on the Breath
• Breathe naturally and freely. Allow your breath to flow without
control or effort. Let the breath breathe you.
• Observe the rhythm of your breathing as it enters and leaves your
body, becoming a passive sensory witness to the process.
SYMMETRY AND SENSORY INPUT
Balance Awareness
• Bring your attention to the sensations of your body. Ensure that every
point of contact with the surface beneath you feels even and
symmetrical.
• If you notice asymmetry (e.g., the blanket feels heavier on one side),
adjust it briefly before returning to stillness.
MENTAL FOCUS
Surrender to Stillness
• Close your eyes and let your mind settle. Avoid controlling your
thoughts; instead, let them arise and pass like clouds in the sky.
• If distractions or discomfort arise, acknowledge them but do not act
on them. Simply return your focus to your breath and the stillness of
your body.
Simulate Death
• Mentally imagine that your body is a lifeless, inert object—a
“corpse.” This is not a morbid visualization but a symbolic surrender of
ego and control.
• If it feels right, contemplate the question: “What remains when the
body is perfectly still?”
THE POINT OF CRYSTALLIZATION
Allowing Attention to Flow
• As you maintain perfect stillness and attention flows like water into
the inner landscapes, a gradual melting of inner “blocks” may occur.
These blocks, akin to the frozen patterns of the Tibetan ice-body, can
begin to dissolve under the warmth of sustained, quality attention.
Reaching the Harmonization Point
• At rare moments, when your awareness is both intense and balanced with
the object of awareness, a profound phenomenon may occur: the
harmonization point.
• This transition often happens suddenly and cannot be forced. It should
never be pursued as a goal but allowed to arise naturally.
• At this moment, your nervous and energetic systems shift from chaos to
a state of harmony, much like an orchestra moving from dissonance to
unison.
From Chaos to Ecstasy
• This transition may be experienced as a shift from unpleasant, chaotic
sensations to a deep sense of peace, pleasure, or even ecstasy. The
inner energy reorganizes into orderly patterns, guided by the conductor
of your focused awareness.
Birth of the Inner Dark Space
• As the energies harmonize, you may experience an expansion of inner
space—a vast, peaceful void within the body. This space may feel
infinite, warm, and deeply healing.
• The focus moves beyond the energies themselves to the context in which
they exist: the infinite, spacious quality of the inner world. William
Blake’s words resonate here:
“If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to
man as it is: infinite.”
DURATION
Remain Still
• Stay in this position for a minimum of 30 minutes. One hour or longer
is preferable for deeper results.
• If you feel restlessness or discomfort, allow yourself to witness it
without reacting. The goal is to transcend the instinct to “flee” from
discomfort.
CONCLUDING THE PRACTICE
Gentle Return
• When you decide to end the meditation, do so slowly. Begin by
deepening your breath and gently wiggling your fingers and toes.
• Gradually open your eyes and sit up slowly, taking your time to
transition back to regular activity.
Integration
• Reflect on the experience. Did you notice a shift in your inner state?
Did you encounter a harmonization point or the birth of an expansive
inner space?
• Allow these insights to integrate naturally into your daily life,
observing how they influence your emotional and mental states.
KEY REMINDERS
• Patience is Essential: This meditation may feel challenging at first.
The goal is not to achieve something but to allow surrender and
de-crystallization to unfold naturally.
• Consistency Brings Depth: Practicing regularly will deepen your
experience and increase the likelihood of reaching transformative states
like the harmonization point or the birth of the inner dark space.
• Surrender, Don’t Strive: Remember that the profound shifts described
here cannot be forced. They arise when you let go, allowing attention to
harmonize the inner energies.
By following this protocol, you open the doors to the transformative
potential of Amygdalian Death Meditation. It offers the possibility not
only to ease stress and emotional turmoil but above all, to enter a
state of profound healing and spiritual rebirth.
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