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EP5: Benefits of Meditation

Benefits of Meditation

Meditate is a practice that takes concentration, focus, and steadfastness on one thing over a period of time. which will help the practitioner to have peace become more aware or conscious of living. Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. In the beginning it was a religious practice. according to the doctrine or beliefs of each religion Currently, meditation is spread all over the world. It can be applied to daily life such as reducing stress or helping to relax both the body and mind. including helping to increase efficiency in studying and working

What are the ways to meditate?

There are several methods of meditation or relaxation that include meditation. All methods are intended to bring about inner peace and tranquility.

There are several ways to meditate:

• Guided Meditation or Visualization Visualization is a method for the practitioner to visualize or create a relaxing situation. It may use sensory stimuli such as smell, sight, touch and sound effects. which may have an instructor or someone who has expertise to lead the practice
• Mantra Meditation is a way for practitioners to recite a chants, phrases, or words repeatedly as if to prevent distracting or distracting thoughts. and cause meditation
• Mindfulness Meditation, or Mindfulness Meditation, is a practice of meditating to achieve mindfulness. or being conscious and living in the present moment which practitioners will train themselves to become conscious or fully aware By observing and concentrating on the physical symptoms that occur during meditation, such as the breath through the tip of the nose. including thoughts and emotions by neutral Just recognize and let go
• Qi gong is a traditional Chinese practice of practice. It is a training method that combines meditation, relaxation, movement of the body. and breathing combined Its purpose is to maintain and restore balance of the body, mind and body.
• Tai chi (Chinese martial art) It is practiced with slow, gentle and graceful movements along with breathing exercises.
• Meditation practice Transcendental Meditation or TM is a practice of meditation by reciting words or phrases given by an instructor. This practice will help the body adjust to a state of complete rest. and help the mind to be at peace without requiring much effort or intensity in training
• Yoga is the practice of a set of postures along with breathing exercises. It is a practice that will help the body to be flexible and strong. and help calm the mind and meditate

The essential elements of meditation

Each type of meditation method may require different attributes depending on the practitioner. The key elements in meditation are:

1. focusing attention or focusing on one thing
2. breathing with a feeling of relaxation
3. Choosing a place that is quiet
4. in a comfortable and appropriate posture
5. Keep your mind open and let go.

Easy Meditation Method for Beginners

1. First, find a quiet place. and no disturbance Whether it’s TV, phone, friends or family.
2. There are many different ways to meditate, such as prayer, meditation, or breathing exercises. in which practitioners can choose the method they feel most comfortable with
3. Should be practiced regularly for 20-30 minutes at a time, which those who start new practices may feel difficult to do. and may not cause meditation But if you do it regularly, it will make it easier.
4. When practiced consistently and effectively, it will help to bring peace of mind and ultimately happiness.

Benefits of meditation on healing

Meditation is not only training the mind to have peace and tranquility. It is also useful in helping to alleviate certain diseases or physical conditions. especially diseases that are worsened by stress There is a growing body of research on the benefits of meditation, but on the other hand, there are some researchers who have yet to come to any conclusions about the benefits of meditation.
however Some research found that Meditation may be helpful in managing certain symptoms or ailments.

Meditation may help to alleviate diseases or conditions such as:

• anxiety
• depression
• Addictive behaviors, such as being addicted to drugs, nicotine, or alcohol
• relieve pain
• Hot flashes in postmenopausal women
• asthma
• cancer
• chronic pain
• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• irritable bowel syndrome
• sleep problems
• stress headache

Meditation and emotional well-being

Meditation can help improve your emotional state, for example:

• It helps to have a new and better attitude when dealing with stressful situations.
• Increasing your ability to cope with stress
• help to know oneself
• Help focus your attention on the present.
• Reduce negative emotions or thoughts
• It helps to increase imagination and creative thinking.
• Increase tolerance
• Increased efficiency in learning and working

Since meditation can worsen some physical and mental health-related conditions, patients should consult their physicians carefully about the pros and cons of meditation in their treatment. Realize that meditation is not a therapeutic alternative to medical treatment. But it’s just a method that may help with further treatment.

Is meditation safe?

Meditation usually does not cause any negative effects and is easy to practice on your own. Except for those who are uncomfortable sitting for a long time or who have problems with the respiratory system. May make it difficult to practice. This is because the method of meditating through meditation may require sitting for a long time, requiring deep breathing. In addition, people with health problems such as ADHD and schizophrenia may not be able to meditate effectively.

General meditation or meditation combined with medical treatment It usually does not cause any negative effects or complications, however. Meditation is not appropriate or safe in extreme or life-threatening conditions. Always let your doctor know.

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