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   Med·i·ta·tion

   /ˌmedəˈtāSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. the action or practice of meditating: "a life of meditation"
   • ▪ a written or spoken discourse expressing considered thoughts on a subject: "his later letters are intense meditations on man's exploitation of his fellows"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French, from Latin meditatio(n-), from meditari (see meditate).

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3. www.psychologytoday.com › us › basicsMeditation | Psychology Today

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   Meditation is a mental exercise that trains attention and awareness. Its purpose is often to curb reactivity to one's negative thoughts and feelings, which,...

4. www.yogabasics.com › practice › meditation-basicsWhat Is Meditation? (Definition, History, Types, and Styles)

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   Apr 17, 2024 · Meditation is a mental exercise that involves focusing one's mind on a particular object, thought, or activity to achieve a state of mental clarity, emotional calmness, increased awareness, and spiritual enlightenment.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › MeditationMeditation - Wikipedia

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   Meditation is a practice in which an individual uses a technique – such as mindfulness, or focusing the mind on a particular object, thought, or activity – to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state. Meditation is practiced in numerous religious traditions.

6. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › articlesMeditation: What It Is, Benefits & Types - Cleveland Clinic

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   May 22, 2022 · Meditation is a practice that involves focusing or clearing your mind using a combination of mental and physical techniques. Depending on the type of meditation you choose, you can meditate to relax, reduce anxiety and stress, and more.

7. www.mayoclinic.org › tests-procedures › meditationMeditation: Take a stress-reduction break wherever you are ...

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   Dec 14, 2023 · Early meditation was meant to help deepen understanding of the sacred and mystical forces of life. These days, meditation is most often used to relax and lower stress. Meditation is a type of mind-body complementary medicine. Meditation can help you relax deeply and calm your mind.

8. www.verywellmind.com › what-is-meditation-2795927How Meditation Impacts Your Mind and Body - Verywell Mind

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   Apr 11, 2023 · Meditation can be defined as a set of techniques that are intended to encourage a heightened state of awareness and focused attention. Meditation is also a consciousness-changing technique shown to have many benefits on psychological well-being. Some key things to note about meditation:

9. www.headspace.com › meditation-101 › what-is-meditationWhat Is Meditation - Headspace

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   What is meditation? Meditation isn’t about becoming a different person, a new person, or even a better person. It’s about training in awareness and getting a healthy sense of perspective. You’re not trying to turn off your thoughts or feelings. You’re learning to observe them without judgment.