Meditation is a practice where an individual involves different methods, including sitting quietly, focusing on the breath, repeating a mantra, or observing thoughts and sensations without judgement. Here that person uses techniques, such as mindfulness, concentration, and contemplation to focus the mind. It reduces your stress, improves personal growth, develops your spiritual growth, and overall well-being.

The practice of Meditation is thousands of years old. The different forms of Meditation come from around the world. But, modern science has started studying this practice thoroughly during the last few decades. Some of the biggest leaps in science’s understanding of meditation is only possible thanks to modern technology.

Salient Features:

• Focus & Attention-  Meditation helps a person to focus on a particular object, thought, or sensation. This helps train the mind to concentrate and reduces distractions.
• Breath Control- Different techniques of Meditation involve focusing on the breath. It controls breathing and can help regulate emotions and improve mental clarity.
• Brevity & Simplicity: Meditation is practised for varying lengths of time, from a few minutes to several hours. It often involves simple techniques that can be adapted to suit individual needs.
• Regular Practice- Consistency is important in Meditation to experience its comprehensive benefits. Many people meditate on a regular basis or several times a week.

Benefits:

• Improved Concentration- Regular practice for Meditation can enhance your attention span and focus, and make it easier to stay on task.
• Increased Creativity- Through cleansing the mind, Meditation can foster creative thinking and problem-solving.
• Increased Self-Awareness- Meditation encourages introspection and self-reflection that helps you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your behaviours.

Lower Blood Pressure- The forms of Meditation contribute to reduced blood pressure by promoting relaxation and reducing stress.