The Power of Mediation

Meditation looks different for different people, but one thing is for sure: it is

quickly gaining popularity in Western culture. It has many professional and

personal benefits including increased productivity, reduction of stress and

depression, and reduction of troubling physical symptoms such as

headaches and muscle tension, to name a few.

The word “meditation” often elicits images of devout men sitting silently in

mystical temples far away. It can seem foreign and certainly something too

far removed from daily life to have a practical application for business or

even for personal gain. You may have preconceived notions about what

meditation entails or cultural or spiritual beliefs which you feel may hinder

you from participating in meditation. While meditation does have its roots

in several spiritual practices, it is increasingly being recommended by

Western medical professionals as research is bringing to light the multiple

health benefits of regularly engaging in this form of focused relaxation.