Benefits of Meditation and Mindfulness

Meditation is a useful tool that, when practiced regularly, it can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance. It can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health. Meditation has become popular in many Western nations.

There is Scientific evidence¹ that suggests health benefits from meditation that include reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, improving sleep, enhancing attention span and focus , calming the mind and improving memory.

It can be done in various ways, including sitting or lying down with the eyes closed, or through body scans, walking, or other activities.

There are different types of meditation, each with its own set of benefits and potential outcomes. It is important to choose a meditation practice that is tailored to your specific goals and needs. Some people may find it helpful to start with a guided meditation or to attend a class or workshop, while others may prefer to practice on their own.

“However, my suggestion and something to keep in mind is not to use meditation or mindfulness as a replacement for conventional care or as a reason to postpone seeing a health care provider about a medical problem. For any questions regarding this feel free to consult with me, you have my support.“

The Basics

Meditation has aptly been described as “thinking about not thinking,” ideally for 20 minutes or more every day. During this uninterrupted time, you calmly become aware of your thoughts and distance yourself from those thoughts. It’s normal for your mind to wander. When that happens, as it inevitably will, gently detach from the distracting thoughts and bring your attention back to your breathing, a word, prayer, or an object.

Mindfulness

This form of meditation, which has its origins from Buddhist teachings, is the most popular and researched form of meditation in the West. The aim of this practice is to monitor various experiences of your mind—thoughts, feelings, perceptions, and sensations—and simply observe them as they arise and pass rather than trying to interact with them or change them. The idea is to maintain a detached awareness, without judgment, to become more aware and in touch with your body, your life, and your surroundings.

Create your serene atmosphere, whether it’s in the comfort of your home, during a peaceful nature retreat, or wherever your meditation journey takes place. 

Feel free to explore and listen to the free guided meditations selected by my team of meditators designed to calm your mind, reduce stress and foster a greater connection with yourself.

Just like the sky changes its colours, the mind is something that can be transformed - meditation is the means to do it.