My personal view is that Meditation is the process by which we shape our mind to rest in the Way and internally create the life we desire to be reflected in the world. Coupling this foundation with action leads the way to our better life.

• What is our better life? This we have to figure out for ourselves
• How can our mind lead the way? By resting
• How can we help the mind rest? By 'fasting the mind' and following the Way.

Therefore training (the mind, and in turn the body) to follow 'The Way' is how we go on the path to our better life, a path of success regardless of the endeavour. We'll start exploring these questions by quoting Chuang Tzu and then elaborating with my personal interpretation...

Before seeking our outlook on meditation I recommend looking into the post I wrote prior to this one on why meditation is important. In short the practice forms a great tool to better health by smoothing out our emotional changes. Read more on that here: Smooth Emotions BETTER HEALTH! ... then come back =)

Why do we salute anyway? What meaning is there in all these movements? What's the purpose? ​Are they practical?