Meditation for Health & Happiness

Daily Meditation for Health and Happiness

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He then moved east, and has lived in Dharamsala, India, for more than 25 years.

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But now the two have merged," says Kerzin. Eastern traditions, he says, teach us how to connect with the present moment and become happier, healthier and more balanced. City dwellers in search of fulfilment and meaning in their lives can find a lot in these traditions, he says. It is rare if a person doesn't feel this pressure. Meditation offers a way of connecting with the here and now, as our minds are unstable - "jumping around like a monkey mind" - as we worry about the past, or plan for the future. The practice of meditation enables us to focus our minds and bring about more stability, allowing for a clarity and crispness of thought.

It puts us squarely in the present moment, where we are able to nourish and invigorate ourselves. The health benefits of meditation are impressive, he says.

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It makes you feel whole and so helps reduce the tendency for depression, anxiety, stress and fear," Kerzin claims. Kerzin points to new research into diseases such as arthritis that show meditation has positive benefits.

Researchers suggest it's because arthritis is linked to the immune system, which meditation has been seen to support. Meditation and positive mental states over time help strengthen our immune system," he says. In cases where an illness can't be cured, meditation has been shown to help improve a patient's relationship with their illness. There is a tendency for the chronically ill to get depressed, angry or upset, but regular meditation improves their sense of well-being and ability to manage pain.

After all, it's just a matter of sitting still, your hands in your lap, and breathing. But those who have tried will know it takes some self-discipline to crack. Kerzin recommends two types of meditation for the beginner. The first involves concentrating on the breath. It isn't necessary to sit in the lotus position. If your knees ache or you find it uncomfortable sitting on the floor, sit in a chair. The main thing is that your back must be straight. Put your hands in your lap, drop your gaze, close your mouth and breathe through your nose slowly, concentrating on the tip of your nose.

He also suggests beginning with a five- to minute meditation. Don't watch the clock, just meditate for as long as feels comfortable, and finish while you still feel fresh. Over time, you can extend your meditation.

Meditation for Health & Happiness

But the main thing is to do it every day. Walking meditation is also a good one to begin with. This is ideally done barefoot, walking on sand or grass. As you take very slow steps, arms by your sides, concentrate on your feet. This walk isn't about getting anywhere.

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Your movement is very slow and deliberate, and if you succeed in placing your focus on your feet, it will immediately relax you. There's a lot more going on in meditation than simply chilling out. Long-term meditators have been shown to fundamentally change the shape of their brain. It sounds far-fetched, but Kerzin was part of the study that looked into this.

The findings went against everything he'd been taught at medical school, where he was told that the brain of a fetus changed significantly in the womb and continued developing in the first few years of life, but stopped in very early childhood. There is a tremendous amount of change that happens and much of it is under the influence of our emotions, our thoughts and our experiences in life," says Kerzin. His brain was studied as part of research on long-term meditators at the University of Wisconsin, Madison and Princeton University.

He and 10 other meditators had all clocked up at least 10, hours of meditation practice, and many had reached 50, to 60, hours, having done at least one three-year retreat. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Refresh and try again.

Open Preview See a Problem? Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. In his book, "Meditation for Health and Happiness", Dr. Robert Puff discusses the importance of practicing daily meditation. Sharing findings from numerous research studies conducted by scientists and psychologists all over the country, Dr. Puff talks about the long-term effects of stress on the body and mind; and how meditating regularly can heal everything from high bloo In his book, "Meditation for Health and Happiness", Dr.

Puff talks about the long-term effects of stress on the body and mind; and how meditating regularly can heal everything from high blood pressure, heart palpitations, and back pain, to mental depression and anxiety. Not only will Dr. Puff talk you through a very basic and easy meditation, you will learn about the history of meditation, and how it has been incorporated into nearly all of the world's great religions. Whether you're new to meditation or you have meditated for years, you'll find this book both fascinating and informative.

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