This is some of my basic incomplete research about different types of meditation practices. This page is ever evolving and being updated when time allows. By no means is this page complete
Here is a really from the youtube channel big think. Sam Harris has an excellent article on his blog on
The first thing to understand is that some meditative practices are secular and some are not at all. This is an important thing to consider when delving into a practice that will conflict with your own beliefs and turn you off.
Tibetan Tummo meditation is famous for monks who have been able to demonstrate the ability to redirect the matabolism into generating heat. This has been scientifically proven. If this interests you check out the wim hof method.
Transcendental meditation is a popular choice among celebrities and busy type A personalities.