Friday, May 13, 2011

Peace of Mind

                                                    “I just want peace of mind” 

                     We all have heard that before... Well, what if you could get it!!!

 It is estimated that the average person has about 15,000 thoughts per day…. Yes,  15,000!!! No wonder there is so much chaos in the world. Our minds are running on “E”.  Just as we sleep at night to rest our bodies, we must rest our minds. And Yes it is really possible to rest your mind, you just have to learn how to.
So how does one quiet their mind..… Through Meditation! 

Meditation is a mental discipline by which one attempts to go beyond the conditioned, "thinking" mind into a deeper state of relaxation or awareness. 
The benefits of meditation are endless.
Physiological benefits:
It lowers oxygen consumption.
It decreases respiratory rate
Increases exercise tolerance.
Reduces activity of viruses and emotional distress
Helps with weight loss
Psychological benefits:
Builds self-confidence
Resolve phobias & fears
Helps control own thoughts
Helps with focus & concentration
 Increase creativity
Increased emotional stability

 Spiritual benefits:
Helps keep things in perspective
Provides peace of mind, happiness
Helps you discover your purpose
Increased self-actualization.
Growing wisdom
Deeper understanding of yourself and others
Brings body, mind, spirit in harmony
Deeper Level of spiritual relaxation

It is important that you learn to put your stress, tensions and worries to the side before you fall asleep.  Meditation can help achieve this relaxed state and focus on peace and harmony.

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