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Meditation is the practice of focusing the mind, often formalized into a specific routine. Meditation is usually recognized as a component of Eastern religions, originating in Vedic Hinduism. It encompasses any of a wide variety of spiritual practices which emphasize mental activity or quiescence. Meditation can also b... more at Wikipedia

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Depression
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Anxiety
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Overall, 87% (6681 Members) find Meditation helpful
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I like the feeling. At first, i didn't realize i was actually meditating. i was expecting something else.
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It helps, when I have the energy and patience to do it. Most of the time, I don't, but I'm going to start doing yoga first and see if that helps...
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Its been difficult to maintain a practice of meditation and havent had very dramatic results. I have found that it does calm my anxiety down and relieves my headaches somewhat however.
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It worked for a while but meditation alone doesnt fix all. Helps to relax the body and mind.
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Again, it worked when I kept up with it.
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It helps with daily struggles. Sometimes I have a hard time keeping mentally aware of my thoughts and controlling them.
Learned meditation and self hypnosis to control anxiety. Currently use a combination of the 2 to control chronic pain and asthma attacks. Love it.
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I try to mediatate for 20 minutes daily on the kind of person I intend on becoming. Very relaxing and I really enjoy it.
Morning and evening quiet time helps with the stress. I must remember I am responsible for my actions and reactions therefore I must slow my life down and learn to smell the roses. Dealing with CMT is an inside job I need support from friends and treat myself to concerts plays and good books. The most important activity is working with others this is when I forget about myself.
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I have been on a Meditation course Vipassana they have centers around the world and it is free...
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Discussions

  1. Discussion: Meditation
    AA Thought for the Day (courtesy AAOnline.net) November 10, 2008 Meditation We will want the good that is in us all, even in the worst of us... [More]
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    I use meditation for my anxiety. But when I started treating my anxiety, my depression lessened quite a bit. Either way, meditation is good for you, f... [More]
  3. Discussion: Meditation
    Hi! I have just joined a meditation group. It's part of the Meetup.com website. Check to see if your city has a meetup organization. YOu could... [More]
  4. Discussion: Meditation
    Thich Nhat Hanh has a wonderful meditation in his ART OF MINDFUL LIVING: WHere you say something to yourself after each inhale and exhale: INHALE, ... [More]
  5. Discussion: Meditation
    An interesting article on how meditation can soothe our minds and bodies. No Hard Edges Creating Space In The Body Our minds and bodies are i... [More]

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