Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. Meditation originally was meant to help deepen understanding of the sacred and mystical forces of life. These days, meditation is commonly used for relaxation and stress reduction.
Meditation is considered a type of mind-body complementary medicine. Meditation can produce a deep state of relaxation and a tranquil mind.
During meditation, you focus your attention and eliminate the stream of jumbled thoughts that may be crowding your mind and causing stress. This process may result in enhanced physical and emotional well-being.
The Stats:
An estimated 200-500 million people meditate worldwide.
Since 2012 the number of people practicing meditation has tripled.
Meditation improves relationships, regulates moods, and helps increase focus.
Meditation can reduce the risk of being hospitalized by heart disease by 87%.
Give it a shot!
Doing homework? Long day? Play this music in the background and be mindful of your breathing.
How about a guided meditation? Listen to your instructor and even add your own twist to things!
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Check out the meditation podcast led by Dr. Lee Vance in Watertown, NY.
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