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Mindfulness
Meditation is a practice of training the mind to be
more aware, focused and calm. It can take many forms, such as breathing
exercises, body scans, mantra repetition, visualization and more. The
goal of meditation is not to stop thinking or feeling, but to observe
them without judgment or attachment.
Meditation has many benefits for our well-being. It can help us reduce
stress, anxiety and depression, improve our mood, memory and
concentration, enhance our creativity and problem-solving skills,
strengthen our immune system and lower our blood pressure and heart rate.
How does meditation do all that? Well, meditation affects our brain in
positive ways. It can increase the activity of the prefrontal cortex,
which is responsible for executive functions like planning, decision-making
and self-control. It can also decrease the activity of the amygdala,
which is involved in emotional reactions like fear, anger and sadness.
By doing so, meditation can help us regulate our emotions better and
respond more rationally to challenging situations.
Meditation can also change the structure of our brain over time. It can
increase the thickness of the cortex, which is related to higher
cognitive abilities like learning and reasoning. It can also increase
the connectivity between different brain regions, which can facilitate
communication and integration of information.
So how can you start meditating? It’s very simple. All you need is a
comfortable place to sit or lie down, a few minutes of your time and an
open mind. You can use an app or a guided audio to help you follow a
meditation session, or you can simply focus on your breath or a word
that resonates with you.
The key is to be consistent and patient with yourself. Meditation is not
a quick fix or a magic pill. It’s a skill that takes practice and
perseverance. But if you stick with it, you will see positive changes in
your life.
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