1. Different types and the benefits
Meditation
Different types and the benefits
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What is Meditation?
Meditation is the practice of turning your attention to a single point of reference. It can involve focusing on the breath, bodily sensations, or a word or phrase known as a mantra. It means turning your attention away from distracting thoughts and focusing on the present moment.
-Psychology Today
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3. Benefits of Meditation
Physiological
Psychological
Spiritual
Lower in blood pressure
Improve sleep
Reduce physical pain
Lowers stress hormone levels in the blood
Improve memory and attention
Reduce negative thoughts and emotions
Ease depression and anxiety
A sense of greater well-being
More self-awareness
Improve empathy
Feeling closer to God
Deeper prayer
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4. Types of Meditation Primordial Sound Meditation
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Zen
Transcendental Meditation
Kundalini Yoga
Seated meditation
Can be seated, laying down, or walking
Moving meditation
Uses a personalized mantra very specific to practitioner
Uses breath awareness and body scan
Observe breath and mind.
Sometimes chanting is involved
Uses a mantra or series of Sanskrit words to help focus
Specific poses and mudras (hand positions)
Silent practice
Taught by healthcare professionals
Practiced with a teacher
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5. Most Popular Types of Meditation*
* A Study by EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing, included 247 people between ages 20 and 56
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Meditation is like a gym in which you develop the powerful mental muscles of calm and insight
Ajahn Brahm
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How to Meditate
Choose a pleasant and restful spot
Wear comfortable clothing
Sit up straight on a pillow, mat, or in a chair
Focus on your breath, count to 5 on your in breath and your out breath
Let all thoughts come and go
If you get distracted, bring yourself back to the present moment
Meditation is a practice. Set aside time each day sit in stillness. Try different types of meditation to find what is the best type for you.
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