This one's a little off the usual path, but I find the hand gestures of Ninjutsu very helpful while meditating. It gives me something to concentrate on that has some meaning.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUdSQMk0ujA
Here's the link to the article about it on Nerdist - http://nerdist.com/scientific-study-shows-practicing-ninja-moves-calms-the-body-sharpens-the-mind/
This is perfect for someone who has to fidget with something as the meditate. I usually use my beads to run my fingers on but can easily be distracted. Something like this would be helpful to know my hands busy while actually having a purpose.
Hmm, I'll have to add this to my list of things to try!
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