Meditation has many benefits such as sharpening your memory, enhancing the flow of constructive thoughts and positive emotions, as well as managing stress, anxiety, or depression. Here is a blog post from RA Rosie H. about guided meditation:
Studies conducted at the University of Wisconsin proved that meditation has physiological effects on the brain. For example, researchers found that the part of the brain that regulates stress and anxiety shrinks when meditation is practiced consistently (https://news.wisc.edu/meditation-produces-positive-changes-in-the-brain/). Take time out of your day to see if meditation benefits your individual well-being.
Here is a link to a guided meditation. In particular, this is called progressive muscle relaxation. This is very helpful if you can’t stop thinking or are unable to fall asleep. In addition, coping activities are useful and can be added into your daily routine. The first handout is Relaxation techniques --it explains different ways to cope with stress such as breathing, imagery, and muscle relaxation technique. There is also a video from Youtube that explains a breathing technique to reduce stress from Tufts Medical Center. Meditation isn’t about wiping the slate of your mind clean, it’s about being aware of what appears there. And you’re a step ahead: you’re already noticing how busy the mind can be. Good luck on this mindfulness journey!
Progressive muscle relaxation:
The 2:1 breathing technique:
Relaxation techniques:
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