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Many individuals have misconceptions about meditation, associating it with the necessity to empty the mind, concentrate fiercely, or create an ideal mental state of serenity. Such notions can create barriers to experiencing the simple joy of being aware. The truth is that meditation does not require an elaborate setup or an empty mind; it only requires one to "be." As long as you are cognizant of your thoughts, emotions, and surroundings, you are engaging in meditation.