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Meditation traditionally in the past has been connected with personal spiritual expansion and fulfilment, but is currently becoming increasingly popular as a form of self-help for managing stress and promoting good health.

Meditation involves the practices of deliberately holding one’s attention on an object, subject or process. It will also involve clearing the mind. After meditating individuals often report feeling more ‘alive’, feeling calm and aware.

Recent studies have shown the link between meditation and healing. There is clear evidence that highlights that long-term meditators meditation can bring about profound changes in the brain, and that recovery from some emotional and physical illnesses can be helped with meditation.

Some of the disorders that meditation is effectively able to help include:

• Anxiety


• Depression


• High blood pressure


• Migraines


• Life-threatening physical illness


• A sense of lack of belonging or purpose


• Chronic pain


• Headaches


• Insomnia


• Stress


• Recovery from accident or illness

The direct benefits of meditation can include:

• Improved physical, emotional and mental health


• Improved memory


• Increased emotional balance


• More equanimity in the face of challenges


• An improved sense of spiritual fulfilment and awakening


• Focused and clear thinking


• Enhanced sense of self and personal presence


• Greater relaxation and ease


• Satisfaction in life

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