Introduction to Buddhist Meditation (Wednesdays)

Here is the deal, I ask people if they meditate and if not, why? Mostly I get a ‘no’, Why? ‘What is that?’ but mostly, ‘I can not get my brain to focus’. Meditation Power There is a general misconception about meditation. About how one should sit, for how long one should meditate, quieting the mind and all, but once you get to start, and experience the internal shift, there is no turning back. So what are some of the benefits? These benefits are as a result of research on how the brain reacts to meditation. Reduce Aging A comparative  between mediators and non mediators as they were aging. “We expected rather small and distinct effects located in some of the regions that had previously been associated with meditating,” said study author Florian Kurth. “Instead, what we actually observed was a widespread effect of meditation that encompassed regions throughout the entire brain.” It has been proven that meditation helps to slow down the loss of gray matter in the brain. This implies thatit preserves the mind and brain.  Improves Focus and Attention People who practice meditation have confessed to having an improved focused. Studies show that a mere 20 minutes meditation can make the whole difference. Practicing meditation consistently has an effect of offsetting the loss of cognitive ability with age. Increased Emotional Intelligence Learning how to master your brain means that you are gaining inner strength. It means that you get to control your thoughts, your inner being. Constant meditation helps greatly. Improved Self Awareness and Compassion Daily meditation practice has a way of increasing compassion, makes one mindful of the environment, more aware of ones self, actions and consequences of actions. Meditation is also famed for improving moods, relieving stress and general well-being. Better Memory  Frustrated that you can not remember simple things? Do you always need your notebook besides you? Try meditating. This has an effect of improving mental abilitiesand boosts memory. Boosts Creativity Research has it that whenever individuals practice meditation, they tend to have a better flow and be more creative. Whenever you feel mind clogged; be it in the office or at the bus, sit upright for a few minutes and quiet the brain.  Reduces Blood Pressure Regular meditation practice is good for the heart. particularly, Zen meditation reduces high blood pressure and stress. In addition, it improves respiratory rate and heart rate. Are you now convinced to stop postponing and start meditating. The key is to learn as you practice. Do not focus too much on doing it right, rather find out what works for you. Learn to love meditating and not as a task and say yes to meditation power. Share this: