India, Sept. 16 -- Meditation is often pictured as sitting quietly with your eyes closed, trying to keep your mind still. But for some people, that approach can feel more frustrating than calming. The moment you sit down, your thoughts may grow louder, your body may feel restless, and emotions you have been holding back can suddenly surface.

Osho took a different approach to meditation. He believed that many modern people carry so much mental and physical restlessness that forcing themselves to sit silently may not be the easiest way to begin. So, the first thing he suggested was to "throw those things out" so you can come to a natural state of rest. His active meditations use movement, breathing, sound and dance to help you release that...