Posted by Mike (24.148.21.59) on June 30, 2000 at 14:38:18:
I've been meditating (simple breathing meditation) and chanting for approximately 2 months. I had hoped that these practices would help me to find a feeling of inner peace. So far, I have found only inner chaos. After meditating, I become increasingly impatient, agitated, and seem to have an underlying sense of rage. These reactions have begun to affect my personal relationships. Is this a typical response for a beginner? Am I doing something wrong? Has anyone else experienced anything like this? Your thoughts, please.