Disclaimer - I’m no expert on meditation.

Anyone can learn to meditate. I have no clue whether this is an official scientifically proven way to meditate, but this is my take on it. 

This is not about how meditation will cure your depression or anxiety. I don’t find it very helpful for relaxation at all, in fact, because I feel like I should be active instead of sitting. I use it as a tool to improve my focus.

1. Find a comfortable position. You don’t have to sit up perfectly straight or cross your legs. 
2. Set a timer. You can start with just 2 minutes, and work your way up to 5 or 10 or 30 or more. 
3. Pick something to focus on. The most common (and the one I chose) is to focus on your breath. I think of the words “inhale” and “exhale” as I breathe in and out. You can choose music you’re playing, the ticking of a clock, the rise and fall of your chest as you breathe, or any other constant. 
   
4. Focus. Whatever you choose, it should be the only thing you’re thinking about. 
5. Stay on track. If you find your thoughts drifting to something else, gently bring them back to your point of focus. Don’t be upset with yourself if you get distracted, it’s natural for our minds to keep moving on to the next thing. I find myself shifting my attention very often, even after a few months of practice. It’s about progress, not perfection.
6. Keep at it. Learning to focus is a skill that you can practice and perfect, like playing an instrument. It doesn’t matter if you mess up, as long as you’re practicing often.