Meditation, who needs it?
Stress is perhaps the #1 cause of most health problems. Meditation, practiced regularly, for just 15 minutes a day, may relieve the stress that may eventually lead you to serious health problems. Home Page
Meditation; who needs to relax?
- The type A personality ; always busy, always in a rush!
- Those preoccupied with racing thoughts
- A worrier
- A restless sleeper
- Emotional eaters
- Those who are too busy
- Those who overwork
- Find it difficult to relax
- Don't have time for yourself
- Overeaters who depend on carbohydrates, tobacco, alcohol to relax
- Excessively angry individuals
It is easy to learn,
- Easy to practice
- You don't need any special equipment
- Takes only 15 minutes a day
- Practice relaxes both body and mind
- The benefits can be truly amazing.
One of the most enjoyable types of meditation is guided meditation. It is done by sitting or lying down, closing your eyes and listening to the voice of someone guiding you into relaxation. After 15 minutes of listening, you open your eyes and feel refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated. In fact, there are many CD's available on the Internet that offer beautiful guided meditations that you can listen in the privacy of your own home whenever you have time.
Another form of simple mediation is deep breathing: The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these steps to deep breathing, which helps your body get plenty of oxygen: ( check with your doctor before attempting any exercises)
- Lie on your back on a flat surface.
- Rest one hand on your stomach above your belly button, and the other hand on your chest.
- Breathe in slowly and deeply, making your stomach rise a bit. Hold for a second.
- Slowly exhale, so that your stomach goes back down.
- Repeat several times.
Meditation is for everyone. You do not need any special talents or skills to meditate. It can be done in the privacy of your own home or even while sitting in the waiting room of a doctors office.
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Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. We are not medical doctors or licensed mental health professionals. We are not trying to diagnose or treat disease or mental illness. Always consult your doctor before changing your diet or including any exercise or new practice into your life. Home Page
