I find it fascinating that one of the healthiest things I do is… not much at all!
Outwardly, my meditation practice can’t compare with my physical self-care pursuits, but inwardly there is nothing that can compete.
I have practiced meditation for many years now. My personal method is self-developed on the basis of my own collective knowledge, but there are many forms from which to choose and they all have positive effects. Without question, the guided imagery I teach within many seminars is always a crowd-pleaser.
Meditation works by alleviating the manifestation of stress in the mind and body.
Meditation allows us to tap into our parasympathetic nervous system, allowing us to enter into a restorative state, as opposed to the sympathetic nervous system which is associated with a more aroused state and wakefulness.
Meditation can be done anytime, including in the workplace. As little as five to ten minutes of meditation in any quiet place can greatly reduce your stress level resulting in improved concentration and productivity.
When I turn off mental chatter and tune back into my body and breath, I am able to enter a state of calmness that is almost mystical in its nature. And because I have practiced consistently for a long time, I am able to go quickly into that place where my mind and body crave to be.
By making meditation a daily ritual in your life, you will be able to gain better control of your mind as you enter a more restorative state which reduces your stress level.
I like to look at my practice as an ongoing cultivation of my own inner peace as well. I can attest to the fact that it has definitely increased my focus, improved my attention, and best of all, heightened my awareness. I believe a strong sense of awareness—mindful living— is vital for nourishing one’s inner self.
• Awareness heightens all of my senses enabling me to feel more engaged in life.
• Awareness helps me to let go of worry and anxiety making me feel more peaceful.
• Awareness catches me when I’m on my devices too long, and reminds me to roll my shoulders back, straighten my spine, and breathe.
If you have never tried meditation but would like to, I would advise you start with breathing practices that first calm your mind. Proceed by exploring different meditation techniques then select a method you are comfortable with and stick with it!
I have experienced more benefits than I can count from my own practice including better health, increased resilience, and more compassion.
Check it out! And see if “thinking about not thinking” is right for you!
Yours in health,
Kelly
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Reference
7 Ways Meditation Can Actually Change The Brain
Guided relaxation video (18:36 min.)
Kelly Huntson 