Meditation for the Body, Mind and Soul

What is meditation? It's a deep relaxation method that stills the mind and stops the constant chatter in your head. When this internal dialogue ceases the mind settles. Because the mind and the body are so closely related, when the mind is still, the body can begin to relax too.

Quite simply: meditation gives you peace of mind. This is why long-term meditators have a reputation for being such relaxed people!

One of the guiding principles of mind-body medicine is the interconnection of all things, including the mind, the body, and the environment in which we live. Each of us is an inseparable part of an infinite field of intelligence, and in this very moment, with every breath, we are exchanging millions of atoms with the universe.

Meditation has so many wonderful advantages that can help improve your life. Some of the benefits include; reduce of stress, improving concentration, increases self-awareness and acceptance, and increased happiness and an overall calmness and relaxed state.

So how can I meditate? Here's a quick how-to guide:

● Sit or lie comfortably in a comfortable quiet area.
● Close your eyes or leave them open to focus on an object.
● Breathe slowly and breathe naturally and make no effort to control your breath
● Focus your attention on your breath slowly
● Notice your body movement as you breathe and continue focusing on your breath
● Start meditation for two to three minutes to the start and try longer periods at a time such ad 10 to 15 minutes. And you will feel more relaxed, calm and energised.