☼ Meditation benefits have been known to connect your mind and body by focusing on the present moment. Calming effects that relieve anxiety and restlessness can be felt no matter what form of meditation you practice. I personally practice four of the five types illustrated in the article – guided, mantra, music, mindfullness breathing, and chakra & color in addition to my regular yoga practice.
How meditation can ease the stress of the holidays
☼ Aaaah the holidays… We look forward to them as much needed reprieves from work and/or school. Yet, holidays can be stress-inducing times. Budgeting for, buying and wrapping the “right” gifts; traveling near and/or far; planning and preparing meals; trying to improve (or at least maintain) sometimes strained relations with family and relatives; etc. all can be overwhelming, upsetting even, to a “normal” daily routine. Feeling overwhelmed can lead to stress which agitates the mind, zaps energy, and over a long period it negatively affects physical well being even more. One way to reduce stress is by meditating. How is that? Meditation practice can increase happiness, self-awareness, acceptance; encourage a healthy lifestyle; Read more–>> Need more inspiration? Browse these sites for:
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