Potential Benefits of Consistent Practice

Improved brain functioning, positive changes in brain chemistry

Stronger immune system

Lower blood pressure, cholesterol

Fewer hospital and doctor visits

Decreased insomnia

Effective pain management

Greater attentional stability & focus

Improved self-regulation of thoughts & emotions

Reductions in stress, ruminative thinking, emotional reactivity

Decreased relapse with anxiety,

depression, addiction

More positive outlook

Deeper states of inner peace

Higher states of awareness

Increase in present moment awareness 

Increased sense of connectedness to oneself, others and a higher power

Greater levels of compassion, empathy and understanding