From stressreduction to pain control, 10 benefits of meditation
Reduces stressMeditation helps to reduce stress, as it controls cortisol, the hormone responsible for it. Increased stress can disrupt sleep promote depression and anxiety and increase blood pressure among other things.
Controls anxietyRegular meditation helps to reduce anxiety which includes social anxiety, fears and obsessive compulsive disorders (OCDs).
Lowers blood pressureMeditation can maintain or even lower blood pressure. Eventually, this reduces strain on the heart and blood vessels which can control heart disease.
Improves sleepToday, at least half of the population of this country suffers from insomnia. Meditation not only improves the sleep cycle but can also help to keep negative thoughts at bay.
Increases attention spanRegular meditation helps to increase the attention span of a person. Even if a person meditates for a short span like 15 minutes it will benefit them in the long run.
Promotes emotional, mental health Meditation helps to regulate mental and emotional health of a person. This can lead to a more positive outlook on life. Meditation also helps to keep emotions in control.
Controls painSeveral studies show that meditation can help to control pain in some parts of the body. Pain can increase during stressful situations which can be controlled by regular meditation.
Increases compassionMeditation can generate positive feelings for and actions for oneself as well as others. It creates a healthy mental state which can increase kindness towards others.
Enhances willpowerMeditation develops a discipline that can avoid unhealthy habits like smoking and drinking among other addictions. It has been shown to encourage maintenance in abstinence for those suffering from substance use disorder.
Regulates moodMeditation can help to boost mood as mindfulness can lead to less impulsive reactions. This causes less of a reaction and more of a response to any stressful situation.
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