26. august 2023
Debunking 7 myths about mediation
Contrary to popular belief, meditation is not exclusive to any specific personality type, does not require extensive time commitments, and is not bound by religious practices. It's a scientifically supported path to enhancing mental and emotional strength, suitable for anyone willing to explore its potential.
1. Meditation Doesn’t Work for me: Contrary to this belief, meditation is a scientifically backed practice that has been shown to have significant impacts on neuroplasticity, emotional, and mental strength. It has the potential to work for almost anyone.
2. Only for Calm People: Meditation is actually practiced to achieve peace and calmness, not just for those who are already calm.
3. I am already meditating when I am walking out in nature or similar activities: Unless you have learnt the formal practice you are probably not “meditating”, and you have for sure not reached your full mindfulness potential.
4. Time-Intensive for Results: You don't need to meditate for long periods to see benefits. Regular, short sessions can be effective.
5. A Religious Practice: While historically integrated into various religions, modern meditation is a secular activity that doesn't focus on promoting any particular religion.
6.Solves All Problems: Meditation doesn't solve problems directly but provides clarity and mental space to address them more effectively.
7.Out-of-Body Experiences: Seeing Colors or Vibrating on a certain frequency: These are not standard experiences of meditation. The focus is more on the positive changes in personality, behavior and well-being,