Improve Your Mood with Meditation
According to two new studies, two 20-minute sessions a day may fight symptoms of depression.
According to research presented at the 31st Annual Meeting of the Society of Behavioral Medicine, depressed people who practiced transcendental meditation (TM) were able to reduce their symptoms by 48 percent over a period of nine to 12 months.
TM is a form of mantra meditation, during which practitioners chant a word or phrase while sitting quietly for 15 to 20 minutes, twice a day.
Here’s how:
Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit. Set a timer so you’re not watching the clock. Close your eyes, and repeat an affirming word, such as peace, to yourself quietly. If your mind starts to wander, that’s okay. Gently bring your focus back to your chanting.
If you think you may be suffering from depression, it is best to see your doctor for professional help. Adding meditation to your treatment plan could be of additional benefit.
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