“When the student has been long enough in Dharana (see here) by lessening desires so much that only one remains—the desire to realize your true Self—Dhyana is now possible. Nothing more, nothing less. With your mind fixated on only realizing your true Self, all ego and identification with your three “bodies” ceases. Since you now identify with the Self, you automatically rise into meditation, Dhyana. It’s a permanent state, not a temporary one. You can’t just practice meditation for 15 minutes daily. Those are simple techniques to help your mind be calm, focused, and relaxed. They are great, but don’t get them confused with the true definition of meditation according to the ancient teachings of Yoga. When you’re in true meditation long enough,”