. This is a really interesting report for anyone interested in science, the neurological pathways in the brain and all of that sciencey stuff (and meditation!) After 20 mins of meditation, participants in a study reported lowered levels of anxiety. Researchers were also (don’t ask me how) able to determine which parts of the brain were affected by meditation. During meditation, there was more activity in an area of the brain that is known to control worrying. Interesting stuff! This is great research and it is now becoming well known that meditation eases anxiety and has a host of wonderful benefits for our mental (and thus also physical) health! About author Mia Randall (MettaMia) – author of Mia Randall (MettaMia) is a regular meditator and passionate advocate of the health benefits of meditation. Mia has a degree in psychology and can often be found writing and blogging on the subjects of meditation and Buddhism. She writes to bring joy and inspiration to herself and others. In herspare time she enjoys reading Kindle books, cooking and tweeting (), although not usually all at the same time! She thanks her readers for supporting her in her writing endeavours. Mia on Google+ Connect with Mia on Twitter here