what do you do about "bad meditation" days?

[Billy]

I used to meditate with regularity but then stopped the practice and I think it is because of what you are describing.  I was expecting perfection each and every time and became disillusioned when the insights I had been hoping for didn't come.  Meditations became painful and I chucked it.  I want to start meditating again but realize that I need to change my mindset.  My new way of looking at things is that every little bit counts.  Each and every meditation adds something, even if it doesn't seem like it.  There is no need to get caught up on perfect posture, technique or results.  The intention is enough.  The effort yields its own rewards.  I think there is actually a group meditation today in the chat room.  Great place to start or further your practice.