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Meditation not only helps you tackle your workload and prevents burnout, but it also improves your cognitive abilities. Learn what a medical practitioner really thinks about the benefits of a mindfulness meditation practice.
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In a study, 153 adults who used a mindfulness meditation app for 2 weeks experienced reduced feelings of loneliness and increased social contact compared with those in a control group
The benefits of meditation
It enhances focus
No matter what field you work in, your efficiency comes down to one thing: how good you are at focusing. Multitasking has become the norm throughout many industries. You’ll need to be able to juggle different tasks while trying to stop your mind from wandering away.
From having vivid daydreams to worrying about other things that we need to do, our mind tricks us into losing focus every few minutes. A study shows that people who regularly practiced meditation performed better on visual tasks, and had a greater attention span than those without any meditation experience. Another study found that people who listened to a meditation tape experienced improved attention and accuracy while completing a task, compared to those in a control group. Being able to focus on work can be challenging but meditation makes it easier.
It improves your relationships with people around you
The stresses of everyday life can sometimes make it tough for us to be friendly to everyone we meet. Whether it’s a partner, a coworker, or a stranger, we sometimes take out our inner frustrations on those who don’t deserve it. Learning to leave these feelings behind and show up as your best self will earn you the appreciation of the people around you. This appreciation not only boosts your self-confidence, but also gives you a sense of accomplishment. In a study, 153 adults who used a mindfulness meditation app for 2 weeks experienced reduced feelings of loneliness and increased social contact compared with those in a control group.
When meditation is mastered, the mind is unwavering like the flame of a candle in a windless place
Bhagavad Gita
It increases self-love
Certain types of meditation help in developing kind thoughts and feelings toward yourself. Through practice, people learn to extend this kindness and forgiveness externally, first to friends, then acquaintances, and ultimately enemies. Imagine being able to shake the feelings of disapproval and anger that can eat you up from the inside. Harboring these feelings not only cost you your inner peace, but also your time – two of our most precious commodities. Meditation and the feelings it brings can help make the most of your waking hours.
A medical practitioner’s advice on meditation
Briefly meditating every morning before starting your day can hold the key to your inner peace, and eventually the key to your success. Your meditation session doesn’t have to be long. Even a few moments before you get going will make a huge difference.
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Once meditation becomes a part of your routine, your calm mind will be the ultimate weapon against your daily challenges. The more tranquil a person is, the greater their success, influence, and power for good become.
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