Importance of Meditation

Importance of Meditation

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For many centuries, meditation has been an important part of different cultures or religions around the world


It is unfortunate that meditation has been hidden away in a shroud of mystery for so long, being associated with culture or religion


Yet, more and more scientists are

discovering the benefits of meditation

– not just of spiritual benefits, but the

more tangible benefits of the body

and mind.


Dr. Richard Davidson(A leading neuroscientist who studies meditation)

“What we have found is that the long time (meditation) practitioners showed brain activation on a scale we have never seen before. Their mental practice is having an effect on the brain in the same way golf

or tennis practice will enhance performance.”


Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn – 1985 Journal of Behavioural Medicine

A study was conducted by Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn, where a group of people who suffered chronic pain, were asked to meditate for a period of ten weeks.


The study found a significant reduction in present moment pain, negative mood disturbances, anxiety and depression as well as a change in negative body image. Pain related drug usage decreased and self-esteem increased.


Let’s look at a few more benefits


Meditation Helps in achieving goals and or solving problems


Helps to reduce stress


Can prevent bullying and aggression


Has been found to help asthma patients


Reduces High Blood pressure


It is easy to see that in the technology crazed age we are living in now, with all the signs of stress, aggression, health concerns and with school bullying on the rise, it so important to have an outlet that will help with all of these mal factors.


Even if you are not affected by any of these, meditation can also be useful for increased performance at work.


You might want to stop a moment and try out one simple meditation on www.meditationtoday.com.au and see whether or not it could be an important part of your life.


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Importance of Meditation