Meditation

There are many different types of meditation.  Everyone has a different concept of what meditation is, how it should be practiced, when it should be practiced and there is even varying advice on where it is best practiced.  In truth we are all individuals and not any one style of meditation will fit everyone.  The exploration of finding the best fit meditative practice is as important as making the commitment to practice.   Through the journey of meditation comes the discovery of something wonderful - you!

Benefits of Meditation

Meditation has been proven to have many health benefits.  Medical practitioners are recommending meditation more and more frequently to reduce stress related symptoms and support treatment for many health conditions. 
Here are some currently researched areas on the benefits of  Meditation :
  • Effectiveness in Asthma Sufferers
  • Lower Back Pain
  • Supporting treatment for Depression, Anxiety and Mental Health Issues
  • Behavioural Disorders particularly in Children
  • Supporting people undergoing treatment for Cancer
  • Heart Disease / Blood Pressure / Vascular Disease
  • Chronic Pain
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Supporting and even improving the Immune System
  • Changing DNA structure (Telomerase)
Most of the aforementioned benefits have been cited in researched papers which include yoga and meditation.   Information has been sourced from credible and peer reviewed papers.  You may like to visit the national association Yoga Australia to learn more about research on the Yoga and Meditation.

Different Types of Meditation

A meditation practice does not need to be a difficult undertaking however it may not necessarily be easy.  Finding the right technique can be as challenging as practicing it. Meditation techniques can be as simple as sitting in silence and moving your mind awareness to a single thought or object.  In the classes held with Mindful Living Matters we practice several different methods to help compliment an at home meditation practice.  Techniques and compliments to meditation techniques included in meditation classes are:
  • Pranayama (breathing exercises)
  • Visualisation
  • Mantra (sound / Japa)
  • Guided Relaxation
  • Yoga Nidra

Meditation Classes

Meditation classes are held in North Lakes and Petrie.  See our timetable for the latest class times.  For more information or to make a booking for a meditation class connect with Deborah. 

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