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Meditation to Relieve Stress
The Connection between Mind and Body
Anna Dorbyk
The ancient practice of meditation has long been known as
a way to heal the mind and body. In times of mental or physical
stress, human beings have turned to the powers of meditation
to quiet the mind and repair the body. There is a strong connection
between the mind and the body, and when one is in pain, the
other suffers also. Meditation can help establish a balance.
Research has shown that meditation can have a beneficial impact
on the health of an individual, and these positive effects
are not limited to the body. When practiced regularly, it
can greatly contribute to the health and well-being of not
only the body but also the mind.
In today's fast-paced world, the use of meditation to relieve
stress is common. In fact, as the practice of meditation gains
in popularity, an increasing number of people from the jet-setting
executive to the weary housewife are incorporating the exercise
into their lives. In addition to using meditation to relieve
stress, people practice it to combat the many concerns affecting
the mind, and there is solid physiological evidence to support
its success in doing so. With the regular exercise of meditation,
you may experience some of the following positive effects:
a decrease in anxiety, depression, irritability and moodiness,
an increase in happiness and emotional stability, feelings
of rejuvenation and vitality, and greater creativity. Many
people have also reported a significant improvement in their
ability to learn new things and retain information. You may
find that with continued practice, meditation greatly improves
your mental state and contributes to a profound sense of spirituality.
The spiritual person often sees the world in a uniquely positive
way and is well-equipped to handle life's challenges.
Though meditation is commonly known for its positive relation
to a person's mind and spirituality, the practice can also
have beneficial physical effects. Most likely, the first effect
you will notice after repeated practice of meditation is an
improvement in your flexibility which keeps your body responsive
and functioning. There are other equally significant changes
to your physical self that you might notice such as the following:
improved air flow to the lungs making it easier to breath,
a decreased level in blood pressure, lowered levels of cortisol
and lactate (two chemicals associated with stress), a lower
heart rate, reduction of free radicals which can cause tissue
damage, and a drop in cholesterol. The regular practice of
meditation can also slow down the aging process - especially
noticeable in the elderly who often report major changes in
their vitality.
Stress relief is not the only benefit you will experience
with consistent practice of meditation. Meditation also has
a profound effect on the mind and body by creating a balance
that better prepares you to handle challenging situations.
Meditation is easily exercised and requires little preparation
or knowledge. To benefit your overall physical and mental
health, take some time out for meditation and feel the power
of a strong mind/body connection.
Anna Dorbyk is a writer for Tune Yourself DVD
www.tuneyourself.com, a site about meditation
benefits and techniques.
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