take a moment,
with no interruptions and sit comfortably. bring your hands into gassho, the palms touching, the fingers and thumbs close together extending upwards in a prayer position, where the thumbs are held close to the centre of the chest. pause. eyes closed, take a deep inhalation slowly counting up to 6, hold for 2 seconds, then slowly exhale for 6. Lay hands palm up on the knees.
repeat for 5 minutes at first, after daily practice you’ll find yourself extending longer, focusing only on the breath.
the importance
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Mind
Our daily lives are a filled with a constant stream of live data, visual and audio stimuli. Meditation is known to reduce anxiety and stress, is mood enhancing, develops concentration and boosts cognitive skills. Practicing meditation supports self discipline, to be the best version of ourselves.
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Body
Good quality sleep physically supports cellular healing, soothes emotionally, so we awaken rejuvenated. Setting time aside just before sleep, to be still and present for meditation, alludes to a healthy sleep pattern. Other physical benefits is lowered blood pressure, the long deep breaths reduces strain on the heart, we feel more in control.
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Spirit
Mindfulness, physical and emotional wellbeing, are all synonymous with meditation. Daily practice enhances self-awareness in our surroundings, it is transformative in that we become self-transcendent, relating to or connecting with something higher. We are spirits, having a human experience.
