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Incorporating Meditation into Your Daily Life
In its simplest form, meditation is a mental exercise that allows you to work toward calming your body and mind by being present in the moment and practicing mindfulness.
Individuals meditate for many reasons, whether as part of a spiritual exercise or to take advantage of the potential benefits it can have on your overall mental (and sometimes even physical) wellbeing.
Have you always wanted to see if meditation is right for you? Keep reading to learn more about how to get started.
According to several studies, meditation can have a number of beneficial effects for older adults on both their physical and mental health. For example, meditation:
Depending on your overall meditation goals, there are a number different types of meditation, as well as different techniques that you can start to implement.
Meditation can be unguided, with just you and your thoughts, or guided, meaning you have someone lead you through the process in person or through an audio or video recording.
Here are a few great options for anyone just starting out on their meditation journey!
TIP: Not sure which type of meditation is right for you? There are several apps currently on the market that will allow you to experiment with different guided meditations right from your home until you find the one that’s the right fit!
To successfully meditate, you don’t need much more than yourself and a quiet place to relax and unwind with your thoughts. Even a few minutes of meditation a day can be extremely beneficial. To get started:
Looking to implement more health and wellness ideas into your life? Check out our other blogs for information about supporting a healthy immune system, the importance of a balanced diet and more tips for older adults!
Sources: 1 Martires J et al. Curr Opin Pulm Med. 2015;6:547-52. 2 Marquez PHP et al. J Hum Hypertens. 2019;33:237-47.
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