How do I know if I’m actually meditating?

Consider it meditation, no matter what occurs in the 15-minutes you devote to sitting and breathing in peace and quiet. In time, with practice and commitment, you will come to know a deep stillness that will be unmistakable during meditation. However, it is normal for this to ebb and flow, depending on what’s going on in your life. Even experienced veteran meditators experience meditations that are not serene. The key is to let go and allow for whatever occurs. Ride the waves. Become the observer. And just keep breathing.