In
very simple term meditation is the process of slowing down enough to experience
the present. There is a great saying; ”the past is history, the future is a
mystery but today is a gift. That is why they call it the present”.
The brain waves of meditators show why they're
healthier. Neuroscientists have found that meditators shift their brain
activity to different areas of the cortex—brain waves in the stress-prone right
frontal cortex move to the calmer left frontal cortex. In other words, they
were calmer and happier than before.
The
benefits of meditation include:
·
Lower
oxygen consumption
·
Decreased
respiratory response
·
Increased
blood flow and slower heart rate
·
Helps
in post-operative healing
·
Reduces
symptoms of PMT
·
Reduce
activity of viruses and emotional distress
·
Increased
serotonin behaviour which positively influences mood and behaviour
To
meditate, set aside at least 5 minutes in your home or office to breath and
relax but make sure that you can’t be disturbed. Make yourself comfortable and
close your eyes (avoid lying down if you are inclined to fall asleep!). Focus
on your breathing and count to three as you inhale and count to four as you
exhale. Think only about your breathing – let the mind clear of all other
thoughts. If this is a struggle for you then focus on a word an image or a
sound. When you are feeling relaxed and have finished your meditation break
then slowly open your eyes and resume normal breathing.
Do
this for five minutes every day and you will soon start to feel more relaxed
and at ease with your mind and body. Take a look at some of the great guided
meditation CDs that we are offering on the site.
Come and join us for some amazing guided mediations at the
forthcoming Mind Body and Soul Retreat at the Martinsell Centre Nr Swindon Wiltshire on 28-28th April.
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