That's right. Pausing for even 5 minutes a day can improve your health.
According to the Mayo Clinic staff; "Meditation is considered a type of mind-body complementary medicine. It can produce a deep state of relaxation and a tranquil mind. Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health. And meditation may help you manage symptoms of certain medical conditions."
Meditation can give you a sense of balance in life. Using this technique as a healthy way to reduce stress and relax can be a very valuable tool on your journey of true health.
Here is a quick simple step by step process for beginners
Step 1. Start early. Try to meditate first thing in the morning
Step 2. Maybe make a commitment to the same time and place
(Location should be where you can find stillness and not be disturbed)
Step 3 Burn incense or turn on your essential oils diffuser to add ambiance
Step 4. Pick a position that is COMFORTABLE for you. (Sitting cross legged might not be for you)
Step 5. Breathe naturally
With your eyes closed, start at the top of your head and mentally scan all the way down your body.
As you scan, notice which parts feel relaxed or tense, comfortable or uncomfortable, light or heavy.
Perform the scan again and again (each scan should take about 20 seconds) and use these observations to build a mental picture of how your body feels right now, in the present moment.
When thoughts arise, simply return to the area of the body where you last left off.
You might even add a timer on your phone for 5 or 10 minutes.
You can even jump on YouTube to follow a guided meditation. [Goodful on YouTube is a great option.]
Keep in mind there are several different ways to practice meditation; there's Yoga, Tai-Chi, Walking, Praying, Lying down meditation, and etc.
The best part is, YOU get to choose!
Some other potential benefits of Meditation include:
Building skills to manage your stress
Increasing self-awareness
Reducing negative emotions
Increasing imagination and creativity
Reduce Anxiety and Depression
Reduce Asthma complications
Lower blood pressure and resting heart rate
Improve Sleep problems
Relieve Tension headaches
Everyone of ALL ages can benefit from Meditation Practice. If you're still on the fence, maybe ask a friend/family member to start meditating with you. Contact us if you still have questions. Ok, as always, be sure to talk to your health care provider if you have certain health conditions.
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