As the speed of life gets faster and we lead ever busier lives so there is a tendency to neglect both our physical and mental health so that we are all now suffering from stress to some degree. It is perhaps not surprising therefore that we find ourselves turning more and more to ancient art of meditation.
As a result of its proven history of effectiveness, today meditation is being practiced not merely to soothe the mind and reduce levels of stress but also to treat an ever widening range of physical conditions.
There are numerous physical benefits to be derived from meditation which slows the heart rate and therefore pressure on the heart, lowers levels of the 'stress' hormone cortisol and other body chemicals which are associated with stress and reduces free radicals in the body thereby further helping to lower blood pressure. It also increases the oxygen flow through the lungs to aid breathing and can even increasing levels of DHEA to help slow the aging process.
As far as its psychological benefits, meditation decreases anxiety and irritability and improves memory and therefore the ability to learn. As a consequence, it also creates a positive outlook on life providing you with a feeling of youthfulness and rejuvenation.
A few other notable benefits of meditation exercises include:
* Producing a general relaxation of not merely the mind and body but also of your soul.
* Helping with the treatment of a number of illnesses for which there is an association between the physical illness and the emotional state of the sufferer.
* Affecting an opening into the 'inner self' Which allows for the release of our natural creativity.
* Producing an enhancement to our innate self-confidence leading to a stronger and more dominant sense of will power.
* Creating an increase in levels of energy which make it easier to face the stresses and strains of life.
* Creating an increased ability to deal with many vices and addictions ranging from tobacco and alcohol to tranquilizers and narcotics.
And so the list goes on.
Like everything else in life however meditation can be a powerful force for good if it is used in the right way but it is also problematic if it is not used in the right way. The key therefore is to know precisely what guided meditation can and cannot do and to ensure that you learn the art of meditation before you add daily meditation into your usual routine.
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