From a paper-making apprentice to a celestial master

Chapter 26 Meditation and Meditation Method

"This is a visualization diagram."

Liu Quan pointed to the human figure in the picture and said, "You must memorize this picture first. You can't remember the position of every line wrong."

After memorizing it, every night before bed, sit cross-legged, close your eyes, and visualize the image in your mind, bit by bit. While visualizing, feel as if you are the person in the image, with energy flowing around you.

"A visualization diagram?"

Blink.

In his previous life, he had read some descriptions of "visualization techniques," but most of them were just about having a thought in one's mind and visualizing in the air.

It's extremely rare to find someone who has a real catalog for visualization.

"Of course, it will be extremely difficult at the beginning."

That's why we need to rely on this old locust tree.

Liu Quan chuckled, pointed to the locust wood in Qin Shuang's hand, and said, "This locust wood is yin in nature and can connect with the spirit world. Keep this wooden plaque close to your body, and when you meditate, it will help you 'sink' down, making it easier to enter the path."

"Sink?"

"Yes, sink."

Liu Quan explained: "In layman's terms, it means entering a meditative state."

When a person enters a meditative state, their mind becomes calm and free from thoughts and desires. At this time, visualization will naturally be extremely effective.

However, generally speaking, it is extremely difficult for beginners to enter a meditative state, which is why they need to use this old locust tree to calm their minds and thus progress in their practice more quickly.

"Oh, right."

I've heard that there's actually a theory behind entering a meditative state.

For example, the state of meditation that occurs naturally after falling asleep, or when guided into meditation, is considered a "shallow meditation," which can easily regress and cause one to exit the state.

The ability to enter a meditative state anytime, anywhere, even while in motion, is called "minor meditation."

When you are in a "slightly calm" state, you often achieve twice the result with half the effort.

At that time, one will no longer need the old locust tree to induce meditation.

He paused for a moment, then continued, "As for the realms above Lesser Samadhi, there are also two: Greater Samadhi and Constant Samadhi."

However, not everyone can reach that level, and I don't know much about it.

In short, the higher the level of meditative absorption, the higher the efficiency of cultivation under visualization, and the longer it can last.

"Master, what state of meditation are you in? And how can one improve upon this state of meditation?"

Upon hearing this, Qin Shuang's eyes lit up.

Entering a meditative state?

He knows it well.

In past lives, both Taoism and Buddhism have descriptions of this, but the distinctions are not as detailed.

Shallow concentration, minor concentration, major concentration, constant concentration...

There is no specific answer to this.

For example, it was through years of paper-making that I naturally entered a state of deep meditation, which gradually nourished and enhanced my spirit, leading me to the realm of Yin.

As for Da Ding?

I do not know either.

Because I didn't reach that level either.

However, I do know that those scholars with profound knowledge and official titles often have relatively high levels of meditative absorption.

It is said that there was a great Confucian scholar in the imperial court who abandoned his books to study Taoism, and within a few short years he was able to command ghosts and gods and draw talismans to seal demons.

It is because of his strong mind and extremely high level of meditative absorption.

In matters of spiritual practice, nature is always invincible.

When Liu Quan said this, his tone was calm, as if he were talking about something very ordinary.

"But that's normal."

Scholars cultivate their spirit, which is a noble and upright spirit.

Once this energy is cultivated, one will be immune to all evil and ward off ghosts and spirits.

Think about it, those people study diligently for over ten or twenty years, concentrating and meditating daily, honing their willpower. This effort itself is a form of spiritual refinement, they just don't realize it.

Liu Quan said with a sigh, "So when your private tutor told you not to give up your studies, I didn't stop you."

Because reading is never a wrong thing.

"Master, I understand!"

Qin Shuang's expression turned serious, and she quickly nodded.

"Good that you understand."

Therefore, don't think you have great talent just because you've mastered stance training in a day or two.

This level of skill is utterly insignificant compared to that of a true genius.

Liu Quan nodded and warned.

"I understand."

Qin Shuang completely agreed with this statement.

Let alone the fact that his minor success in stance training wasn't due to his own efforts but rather the effect of his attribute panel, even if it were truly due to his own cultivation, he would be well aware that the world is vast, and heroes are as numerous as carp crossing a river. Even the most outstanding individuals struggle to make progress, let alone him.

"Alright, memorize this visualization diagram first, and start trying to cultivate your spirit tonight."

What I'm teaching you is called the "Contemplation and Meditation Method." It's not a particularly profound method, but its advantage lies in its balanced and peaceful nature, making it less likely to cause trouble.

Practice this method diligently. When you can visualize yourself in the picture clearly and vividly with every detail after closing your eyes, that's when you've truly entered the door.

Qin Shuang looked down at the rough paper in her hand. The human figure sitting cross-legged on the paper was very rough, but for some reason, after looking at it for a long time, the lines seemed to be flowing, making people want to sink into it.

"in addition."

Liu Quan added, "The most important thing to avoid in this method of refining the spirit is to be impatient."

Having a good aptitude for stance training doesn't mean you can quickly master spirit cultivation.

Many people get stuck at this stage, unable to enter a meditative state even after a year or two. If you're only going to work on it sporadically, tell me now so I don't waste my time.

"Disciples must be attentive."

Qin Shuang solemnly agreed and carefully put away the visualization diagram and the locust wood plaque.

After exchanging a few more casual words, Liu Quan told him to figure it out himself, and then strolled out on his own.

Before leaving, he added, "Once you've learned something, you've entered the door, and you won't regret it later."

Find a time to invite your parents over to witness the ceremony; that will formally mark your apprenticeship.

"Yes, Master!"

Qin Shuang quickly bowed respectfully and said.

……

Back in the side room, Qin Shuang closed the door, sat on the edge of the bed, and couldn't help but take out the roll of coarse paper again, unfold it, and examine it carefully.

It was only then that he realized that the coarse paper was actually kraft paper, which was tough but had a rough texture due to the less refined tanning process.

Of course, the drawing on the kraft paper is indeed rough, like a beginner's random doodle, but it contains something that is not found in ordinary paintings.

Shen Yun!

After the initial discomfort, Qin Shuang quickly became engrossed in the experience.

It was because of a special charm within it that he was completely captivated.

One breath, two breaths, three breaths...

Qin Shuang vaguely felt that the figures on the paper had actually moved slightly.

His heart skipped a beat, and he quickly looked away.

"This meditation and spiritual cultivation method is truly quite remarkable."

It also has a somewhat sinister aspect.

Qin Shuang rubbed her eyes, then suddenly realized what she had just done, and asked in surprise, "Was I just in a meditative state?"

A slight feeling.

I felt my mind was active and I was in a better state than ever before.

Go back to memorizing the painting on that paper.

I felt that the image of a person involuntarily appeared in my mind, and every stroke, even the lines and veins on it, were clearly visible.

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