Stressed out? Overworked? Overthinking? Tired? Have you tried meditation?
There has been more and more buzz around meditation especially as anxiety is on the rise. Many people are looking for ways to slow down their racing thoughts and reduce stress. Meditation can be a great way to begin seeing some positive changes and guess what the best part is... It does not cost you a dime.
What is meditation?
According to Psychology Today: Meditation is a mental exercise that trains attention and awareness. Its purpose is often to curb reactivity to one's negative thoughts and feelings, which, though they may be disturbing and upsetting and hijack attention from moment to moment, are invariably fleeting.
There are many types of meditation. Some are guided and others are done by yourself. Some meditate on a single point of reference such as breath or body and others focus on good emotions like love and kindness. Whichever type you choose you can look forward to some pretty great benefits.
Some Benefits of Meditation:
- Reduces Stress
- Reduced Anxiety
- Improves Sleep
- Promotes Emotional Health
- Longer Attention Span
- Helps Control Pain
- May Help Reduce Age-Related Memory Loss
- Promotes Kindness
- May Help Fight Addictions
- May Decrease Blood Pressure
Many people start with just 10 minutes a day. Consistency is key for lasting results. So why not make meditation a part of your daily routine and see how it helps. You may be surprised at how much 10 minutes per day can make.
Until next time. Make good choices and stay healthy! 😀
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