Maybe you’ve heard that meditation can help manage stress, but did you know it can actually improve your blood pressure? High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a leading contributor to heart attack and stroke. In the United States alone, nearly half of adults have high blood pressure — that’s nearly 120 million people. … Read more »
Category: Wellness
Meditation and the Immune System
Meditation is known to have significant effects on mental health, including reducing stress and anxiety. However, meditation can also affect the body and its myriad biological systems as well. In recent decades, research on the mind-body connection — the concept that the brain is able to influence the body in substantive, measurable ways (and vice… Read more »
5 Simple Breathing Exercises for Relaxation
Meditation is a pretty simple idea: sit down, breathe, and try not to get too distracted. If you can manage that, there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself beginning to relax. Your body and mind will slow down. But that breathing part isn’t always as easy as it seems, so here are 5 simple breathing… Read more »
Meditation in Winter: Embrace the Cold
As the winter arrives with gusts, sleet, and flurries, greet it as a fresh opportunity to engage with your practice. Meditation often forces us to grapple with our discomfort, both mental and physical. The cold does the same — but it takes a conscious effort to appreciate. Winter meditation gives you the opportunity to push… Read more »
A Mindfulness Guide for Holiday Stress
It’s that time of year again, so before things get too hectic, take a moment and slow down. Our mindfulness guide for holiday stress will give you some quick and easy tips to help you survive the madness. The bustling holiday season is upon us, a time for connecting, giving gifts, sharing food, and spreading… Read more »
Oryoki and Mindful Eating
As we navigate our daily routines, it’s easy to fall into the trap of rushed meals and distracted bites. The simple act of eating itself can be neglected. In a world of fast food, meal delivery, and hurried lunch breaks, attentiveness at meal time can feel impossible. This is where the ancient practice of Oryoki… Read more »
Meditation for Sleep: Exploring the Benefits
Meditation for sleep is a powerful antidote to the hectic, fast-paced lives that many of us live. Here at Still Sitting, we encourage you to start building a regular meditation practice for this very reason. But finding the right time to start your meditation practice can be difficult. So, why not try during one of… Read more »
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