UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN River Falls

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Meditation Room

Meditation on Campus

 

In an effort to support the holistic wellness of the University community, the Meditation Room was created in 2013 in response to requests from students, and provides an important space for quiet prayer, reflection, and meditation. Scientific evidence indicates that there are significant physiological, mental, and cognitive benefits to meditation. It is our hope that the meditation room will allow students and employees to experience a place of peace and sanctuary while learning and working.
 

meditation space 

Located in 255 Rodli Hall is a small, quiet space designed for reflection, meditation, and relaxation.  

Whether you are new or experienced, the following resources may help improve your meditation:

  1. Make sure to eliminate any distractions you may have brought with you to the meditation room before entering the room by turning off any electronic devices you have.
  2. Choose a spot in the room where you feel comfortable and are not too crowded by fellow meditators, and select a cushion or a mat if you wish.
  3. Relax your body into a position that feels comfortable to you, this can be sitting or lying down. Make sure that you have a straight back so that you can take deep breaths, and adjust your position as you try to eliminate any areas of tension in your body.
  4. Begin to focus on your breathing, the feeling of inhaling a sustaining breath of air, holding that air in your lungs for a few seconds, and then slowly exhaling. You may experience racing thoughts, fatigue, or restlessness – this is all normal. Keep bringing your attention back to the inhale and exhale of your breath.
  5. Once you are somewhat settled in your breath, notice what is happening in the room and in your body (including sounds, sensations, thoughts, emotions) without getting carried away by them. When you do get carried away, simply bring your attention back to your breath and the present moment with gentleness.
  6. Don’t give up-there is no such thing as meditating “wrong.” The more you practice, the easier it gets to stay present.

 

 

  • Please do not use this room as a lounge, study room, a meeting room, or for other purposes
  • No items are to be removed from the room
  • Users are asked leave the room in the same condition as it was in prior to use
  • Silence and mutual respect are expected at all times; music is to be listened to through earphones or earplugs with all musical devices (e.g., iPods, MP3 players, etc.)
  • Food and beverages are not permitted in the meditation room
  • Cell phone use in space is for emergency use only; cell phones must be placed on silent upon entry
  • Candles, burning oils, incense or any other flammable items are not permitted in the meditation room
  • No posters, signs, or other displays are to be placed inside or outside the meditation rooms at any time

 

Contact Us

Student Health and Counseling Services
Student Health Services: 715-425-3293
student.health.services@uwrf.edu
Counseling Services: 715-425-3884
counseling.services@uwrf.edu
M-F: 8 am - 4:30 pm
254 Rodli Hall