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unconsciousness continues [even when we try to meditate). But eventually the unconscious mind will lose and consciousness
will win. This is certain.
The Main Obstacles in the Practice of Dhyāna
The two main hindrances to success in the practice of meditation
are as follows: 1. Procrastination and Laziness 2. The train of thoughts during meditation, such as day dreaming, fanciful imagination, and planning
In addition, silence during meditation lulls many practitioners to sleep. During meditation we need to be vigilant and awake. Whatever the point of our focus is, we should diligently fix our mind on that goal. Then we will not be bothered by sleep. We can only reach our Noble (arya) destination within, the state of unity with God, if we overcome the enormous challenge of procrastination and also restrain the ever-rising tide of mental activity during meditation.22 Not so vigilant practitioners usually become engrossed in extraneous thoughts or fall sleep. These formidable passes must be crossed for success.
