Meditation Articles Series

The Benefits of Meditation

Meditation is a tool that enables your body and mind to release stress. Your body heals itself when it is relaxed and free of tension. Possible benefits of meditation include:

Improved patience
Greater tranquillity
Greater peace
Great calm
Improved concentration
Less prone to depression, worry and anxiety
Resolution of addictions to drugs, caffeine and alcohol
Increased self confidence
Increased understanding and self insight
Improved memory
Better communication with others
Emotional stability
Support for major life changes such as divorce, menopause, loss of a loved one

Some of the physical benefits associated with regular practice of meditation include:

Relieved insomnia
Reduced high blood pressure
Increased energy
Better pain management
Reduced migraines and headaches
Relieved Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Help with Premenstrual Syndrome
Improved breathing
Increased fertility
Enhanced libido
Improved posture