Meditation is a simple and effective way of reducing stress and take a brake from the world. It is beneficial to your emotional well being and has a powerful effect on your brain. It makes you focus and be aware of your mind and body. It’s best to chose a quiet spot where no one will distract you and set a time limit. Even starting out meditation for two minutes a day will have great effects on your mind. There are thousands of free meditation videos that you can try today on websites such as YouTube. There are many types of meditation techniques and below is a list of a few.
Mindfulness meditation- One of the most basic meditations that allows you to focus on your breathing. It’s about redirecting your thoughts and concentrating on your breathing rather then having your mind wonder. This may help improve self control and reduce anxiety.
Mantra meditation- Focuses specifically on repeating the same word or a phrase quietly or loud. After chanting the words you will be more alert and for some it serves as protection against distractions.
Movement meditation- May include simply walking, yoga or tai chi martial arts stretches. It helps to feel more centered physically and strengthen our body to mind connection.
Body scan meditation- Relaxes your body. You focus on the parts of your body from head to toe or vice versa. Moving up slowly contracting and relaxing each muscle in your body. Great way of relieving tight and tense muscles and help with stress.