Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. Meditation originally was meant to help
deepen understanding of the sacred and mystical forces of life. These days, meditation is commonly
used for relaxation and stress reduction.
Meditation is considered a type of mind-body complementary medicine. Meditation can produce a
deep state of relaxation and a tranquil mind.
During meditation, you focus your attention and eliminate the stream of jumbled thoughts that may
be crowding your mind and causing stress. This process may result in enhanced physical and
emotional well-being.
Benefits of meditation
Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional
well-being and your overall health.
And these benefits don't end when your meditation session ends. Meditation can help carry you
more calmly through your day and may help you manage symptoms of certain medical conditions.
Be sure to talk to your health care provider about the pros and cons of using meditation if you have
any of these conditions or other health problems. In some cases, meditation can worsen symptoms
associated with certain mental and physical health conditions.
Meditation isn't a replacement for traditional medical treatment. But it may be a useful addition to
your other treatment.