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Benefits of Meditation

Sunday, July 18, 2010 8:19 PM

Posted by Global Warming


Physical benefits

  • Deep rest as measured by decreased metabolic rate, lower heart rate, and reduced work load of the heart.

  • Lowered levels of cortisol and lactate- two chemicals associated with stress.

  • Decreased high blood pressure.

  • Reduction of free radicals- unstable oxygen molecules that can cause tissue damage. They are now thought to be a major factor in aging and in many diseases.


  • Higher skin resistance. Low skin resistant is correlated with higher stress and anxiety levels.

  • Improved flow of air to the lungs resulting in easier breathing. This has been very helpful to asthma patients.

  • Drop in cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is associated with cardiovascular disease.

  • Younger biological age. On standard measures of aging, long-term Transcendental Meditation (TM) practitioners (more than five years) measured 12 years younger than their chronological age.


Psychological benefits

  • Increased brain wave coherence. Harmony of brain wave activity in different parts of the brain is associated with greater creativity, improved moral reasoning, and higher IQ.
  • Decreased anxiety.
  • Decreased depression.
  • Decreased irritability and moodiness.
  • Improved learning ability and memory.
  • Increased self-actualization.
  • Increased feelings of vitality and rejuvenation.
  • Increased happiness.
Increased emotional stability.
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Healing Power of Meditation

8:13 PM

Posted by Global Warming


Research has shown that meditation can contribute to an individual’s psychological and physiological well-being. This is accomplished as Meditation brings the brainwave pattern into an alpha state, which is a level of consciousness that promotes the healing state.
There is scientific evidence that meditation can reduce blood pressure and relieve pain and stress. When used in combination with biofeedback, meditation enhances the effectiveness of biofeedback.
One prominent report says, “in our practice we use meditative techniques to enhance immune functioning in cancer, AIDS, and autoimmune patients. We also use meditation in conjunction with neuro-feedback to normalize brain rhythms and chemistry in alcohol and drug addiction, as well as other addictive conditions. Almost all of our patients use meditative techniques in learning self-regulation for disorders such as anxiety, and hypertension, and for stress management. We consider meditation a recommended practice for anyone seeking high-level wellness.”
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The voice of the nature

8:09 PM

Posted by Global Warming


Being a slave of physical luxury the modern man doesn’t listen to the voice of nature. He has filled his mind with the happiness of the future life that, he has forgotten to think about his physical needs , and the importance of the present. The reason is the wrong attitudes we have about our life and goals. And this is the reason for all fear, regrets, and unsafety. If someone truly loves his independence must not disturb others as well. Disturbing others and cheating them for own pleasure is a wrong method of seeking happiness.


If a man act against the low of nature cruelly and badly he is spoiling the environment by his deeds, words, and thoughts. As a result of that nature doesn’t produce things which are important for a good life. Diseases and all the other effects are caused to men as a result of this.


On the other hand, if the man lives his life according to the low of nature , it will be the foundation for a good life. He purify the environment with his good deeds. If human develop loving-kindness in his mind, he can change the environment to a loving and happy place.


You maybe a busy person, but don't forget to leave just few minutes to a brief meditation, and reading valuable books. This habit will not only give you a big release but a strength to forget your burdens and a development in mind.
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