benefits & outcomes
Research has shown that meditation may also improve symptoms of stress-related conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder, and fibromyalgia
People who meditated stayed asleep longer and had improved insomnia severity
You gain greater awareness of your thought habits, you can steer them toward more constructive patterns
Meditation appears to control blood pressure by relaxing the nerve signals that coordinate heart function, blood vessel tension, and the “fight-or-flight” response that increases alertness in stressful situations
Meditation may help people learn to redirect their attention, manage their emotions and impulses, and increase their understanding of the causes behind their addiction
Mindfulness meditation could reduce pain, improve quality of life, and decrease symptoms of depression in people with chronic pain