{"id":2344,"date":"2023-01-19T20:56:42","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T20:56:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/areyouhungry.blog\/?p=2344"},"modified":"2023-01-22T11:34:14","modified_gmt":"2023-01-22T11:34:14","slug":"can-meditation-improve-well-being-my-findings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/areyouhungry.blog\/?p=2344","title":{"rendered":"Can Meditation Improve Well-Being? My Findings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Meditation has been around for centuries; many people use it in one form or another. Some think mediation is just sitting with your legs crossed, doing nothing. But in reality, it\u2019s a lot more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It <\/em>is a mental exercise involving focus and concentration on an object, thought, or activity to help quiet the mind and relax the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meditation originated in India around 1500 BCE.<\/strong> Since then, this practice has traveled through the world and is a popular form of self-care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My Experience Meditating:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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I started meditating about nine months ago (June 2022). At first, I kept getting distracted; I felt I was doing it wrong. But the truth is that my distractions were a blessing. <\/strong>Distractions allowed me to practice retrieving my focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I currently meditate every night for five minutes before I head to bed because it helps me relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Originally I started with ten minutes<\/strong> of daily mindfulness, but I soon tried a five-minute<\/strong> routine and found that it immensely <\/strong>helped me sleep compared to the ten minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typically I have two five-minute sessions every day (morning\/night)<\/em>. I also suggest that you meditate outside. As breathing in the fresh air can help clear your mind<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meditating has enhanced my memory<\/strong>, attention span<\/strong>, and self-awareness<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studying Meditations Effect On Wellness:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A few high-quality studies have concluded the effects of meditation and mindfulness. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A 2020 review examined 83 studies and found that 55 of those studies had reported negative experiences <\/strong>related to meditation practices<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A 2013 study also showed that all the practices had some effect, but when interviewed, those included gave poor results<\/strong> and had a high risk of bias.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And at last, a 2018 review assessed the efficacy of several mindfulness-based approaches to substance use disorder treatment<\/strong> and found that they significantly lowered<\/strong> participants\u2019 craving levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages Of Meditation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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We just reviewed some studies regarding the effects of meditation practices. But that\u2019s just nothing as I have many more to tell you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So here are some benefits you should know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Mindfulness practices like meditation are the building blocks<\/strong> to managing stress; since they help you focus on the present.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Meditation increases patience<\/strong> and tolerance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. It can also increase imagination <\/strong>and creativity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. As previously stated, it can reduce memory loss<\/strong> and improve your attention span.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Meditation generates gratitude<\/strong> and kindness<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. It improves your sleep hygiene<\/strong>. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    A Short Summary:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Meditation can help improve your mental health. But maybe it\u2019s not for everyone. I think this because some studies showed that participants didn\u2019t enjoy meditation, but some showed that they flourished under its benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    So it would be best if you gave it a go. It may improve your mental health, or, worst-case scenario; you waste three minutes of your day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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