As the saying goes, \u201ca sound mind in a sound body\u201d. People usually approach this from the \u201cbody\u201d part, implying that physical health is very important or even essential for the mental, psychological and spiritual well-being of any individual. And although they\u2019re absolutely right, the principle works both ways.<\/p>\n
By that I mean that with the help of certain psychological and spiritual<\/a> practices it\u2019s absolutely possible to improve your physical health too. Lose weight, build muscle, prevent diseases and improve athletic, sexual and overall performance. In general, this famous saying suggests that people should seek harmonic balance between the said two components \u2013 mind and body \u2013 instead of fixating on only one part of the self.<\/p>\n In this article we\u2019ll go through one of the most famous and effective meditation technique that improves both physical and spiritual health, helps you to lose weight and achieve inner harmony. We\u2019ll talk about Mindfulness Meditation.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Long story short, mindfulness meditation is essentially a practice that consists of focusing on the present moment \u2013 simple as that.\u00a0 Mindfulness meditation takes significant time and efforts to be mastered, but its effects can be noticed from the very first try. This is explained by the fact that we\u2019re alive only here and now, <\/strong>our past and future being no more than illusions of our existence. Therefore, by expanding our mindful experience in the present moment, we feel more \u201calive\u201d, much healthier and much more fruitful.<\/p>\n In order to start practicing mindfulness meditation all you need to do is sit on a couch, cushion or chair (everything works, as long as you feel comfortable) \u2013 and pay close attention to what\u2019s happening at the very moment of your practice. When you breathe in the air, focus on this very movement and how it feels in your body. When you breathe out, do the same \u2013 be aware of that movement of air and of the sensations that come with it. You don\u2019t need to concentrate on something specific, you don\u2019t need to chant mantras or something else of the kind. Just sit there, be still and focus on the sensations, emotions and thoughts that arise and fade in your mind, without being judgmental about any of them. Be aware of what\u2019s happening \u2013 and of your sensations regarding it. \u00a0Meditation is the art to observe without being caught by the object of your observation.<\/p>\n Another way to indulge in mindfulness meditation is to do something monotonous instead of just sitting. A long walk or a quiet bicycle ride \u2013 that\u2019s your perfect choice. The only difference is that when you sit you mainly focus on your breath and different random sensations of your body, and when you walk \u2013 you should concentrate on every movement that you make, every change in the position and posture of your body. Notice your steps. Notice the distance. Notice yourself at every single moment of your promenade. Enjoy the fact of your existence.<\/p>\n Have you ever noticed how rapidly the time flows by when you\u2019re not aware of your present moment? When we get caught in an exciting activity, a loud party or a passionate love act, for example, we forget about everything and the hours fly by with a tremendous speed. Contrary to that, when we\u2019re concentrated and aware of what\u2019s happening, time slows down and concentrates itself in the fact of our existence.<\/p>\n Of course, that\u2019s an oversimplified explanation of the principle, but it sounds like a credible one. During mindfulness meditation, we accept our current self and our present existence. We listen close to our minds and body, concentrating on what is happening right here and now \u2013 in our lives. By doing so, we\u2019re more likely to savor the happiness of being and notice all the beauty there is to it.<\/p>\n This particular kind of meditation is especially helpful in matters of liberating oneself from bad habits and sudden urges. For example, when adjusting your mindfulness meditation session towards analyzing your smoking habit, you\u2019ll look deep into yourself and see your bad habit \u201cfrom aside\u201d. Many experienced meditators affirm that understanding the nature of your habit is a great start to get rid of it. Here\u2019s an example of a mindfulness meditation exercise related to bad habit cessation:<\/p>\n \u201cRAIN\u201d mindfulness meditation exercise:<\/strong><\/p>\n R \u2013 Recognize the craving.<\/p>\n A \u2013 Allow the craving to be there, without judging it. Notice how it appears.<\/p>\n I \u2013 Investigate. Analyze your feelings and emotions regarding the craving.<\/p>\n N \u2013 Note the changes from one moment to the other.<\/p>\n Truth is, by being mindful, we protect ourselves from things that aren\u2019t really needed. When we give our bodies enough time to analyze what\u2019s actually happening, we\u2019re more likely to filter our thoughts and deeds, gradually becoming a better human being.<\/p>\n But besides this indisputable effect on our mental side, mindfulness meditation has also some great benefits for your body weight as well. For example, it was revealed in a recent systematic review<\/a> that a significant weight loss was present in participants of mindfulness interventions. Further researches are still to be done in order to establish how exactly mindfulness affects body weight, but it\u2019s safe to say that one of the means by which this is achieved is a better control over one\u2019s cravings and urges.<\/p>\n In order to achieve an even greater effect, mindfulness meditation should be combined with an efficient diet and a regular workout regime \u2013 yoga being one of the best options. In terms of diet, a good shot would be the famous hCG diet<\/a>, which was scientifically proven to be effective for anyone disregarding age, sex and current weight. Its basis is hCG oral drops<\/a>, a dietary hormonal supplement that activates the inner resources of your body, boosts metabolism and supports your immune system. All of this helps you to burn fat and get rid of your excess weight. hCG oral drops, yoga and mindfulness meditation \u2013 that\u2019s a powerful combination for those of us who want to make healthy lifestyle a real part of their everyday.<\/p>\n Of course, everything said above is just the tip of the iceberg. Meditation is an ancient practice developed throughout the centuries by countless amazing people, with dozens of different approaches to the subject, hundreds of techniques and subtle peculiarities to be discovered. In order to find what kind of meditation is the best choice for you \u2013 just dive right into it. Read some more articles, find a specialized website or teacher \u2013 and open up your inner self, discover and accept it.<\/p>\n And remember: a sound mind in a sound body. Both are equally important.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As the saying goes, \u201ca sound mind in a sound body\u201d. 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How should Mindfulness Meditation be practiced?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How Can Mindfulness Meditation Improve Your Life?<\/strong><\/h2>\n