Meditation Is A Fantastic Life Skill To Learn. Here's Why

Lean in and learn about the benefits of meditation for people who are just starting meditation

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Meditation is an ancient practice that has been used in many Indigenous and Eastern cultures for spiritual growth as part of daily life since at least 5,000 B.C.

However, since the 20th century, there has been a growing interest in meditation in the West. Researchers explore the influence of meditation on the brain and its benefits for health and well-being, which is excellent since it gives newcomers a baseline for what they may expect from meditation.

Why don't people meditate?

Thanks to more celebrities, athletes and CEOs, and influencers promoting the benefits of their daily meditation practices, most people have heard about meditation as a valuable technique to deal with the frantic pace of everyday life,

However, as a yoga and meditation teacher, I notice many people resist meditation. I frequently hear people say that meditation is too difficult for them; they are not sure what type of meditation to do; or they are too busy, too…