Meditation For Dummies 4e
Samenvatting
Take an inward journey for a happier, healthier life
Meditation has been used for centuries to reduce stress, increase energy, and enhance overall health and well–being so it′s no wonder more and more people in today′s fast–paced and stress–centric world are adopting this age–old practice. If you want to achieve a greater state of calmness, physical relaxation, and psychological balance, Meditation For Dummies is your life raft. Covering the latest research on the health benefits of meditation, this new edition explains in plain English how you can put meditation into practice today and start reaping the benefits of living a more mindful life.
Whether you′re new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner coming back for a refresher course, this plain–English guide provides a wealth of tips and techniques for sitting (or lying) down with your mind to meditate successfully. From preparing your body for meditation to focusing your awareness and being open to the present moment, it covers everything you need to put distractions to rest and open yourself up to a meditation practice that works for you.
Provides the latest research on the causes of happiness and how meditation can improve your mood
Includes a new chapter on the growing trend of meditation in the workplace
Explains how meditation and other mindfulness practices have made their way into hospitals, schools, prison, and military groups
Illustrates the benefits of taking time to consciously cultivate mindfulness through meditation
If you′re ready to find some zen and benefit from all meditation has to offer, this friendly guide sets you up for success.
Specificaties
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<p>Introduction 1</p>
<p>Part 1: Getting Started with Meditation 5</p>
<p>CHAPTER 1: Embarking on Your Meditation Journey 7</p>
<p>CHAPTER 2: Why Meditate? 23</p>
<p>CHAPTER 3: Zen and Now: Where Meditation Comes From 39</p>
<p>CHAPTER 4: Your Brain on Meditation and How It Impacts Your Life 57</p>
<p>Part 2: Beginning Your Meditation Practice 69</p>
<p>CHAPTER 5: Laying the Foundation: Motivation, Attitude, and Beginner s Mind 71</p>
<p>CHAPTER 6: How Your Mind Stresses You Out and What You Can Do about It 83</p>
<p>CHAPTER 7: Mindfulness Meditation: Awareness of the Here and Now 105</p>
<p>CHAPTER 8: Preparing Your Body for Meditation 119</p>
<p>CHAPTER 9: Where to Sit, What to Wear, and Other Practical Stuff 137</p>
<p>CHAPTER 10: Just Doing It: Discipline, Effort, and Letting Go 149</p>
<p>CHAPTER 11: Opening Your Heart with Love and Compassion 161</p>
<p>Part 3: Troubleshooting and Fine–Tuning Your Practice 179</p>
<p>CHAPTER 12: Meditating with Challenging Emotions and Habitual Patterns 181</p>
<p>CHAPTER 13: Troubleshooting Common Roadblocks and Side Effects 203</p>
<p>CHAPTER 14: Developing a Practice That Works for You 221</p>
<p>Part 4: Meditation in Action 233</p>
<p>CHAPTER 15: Cultivating Spirituality 235</p>
<p>CHAPTER 16: Don t Worry, Be Happy with Meditation 263</p>
<p>CHAPTER 17: Meditating in Everyday Life 281</p>
<p>CHAPTER 18: Using Meditation for Healing and Performance Enhancement 297</p>
<p>Part 5: The Part of Tens 319</p>
<p>CHAPTER 19: Ten Commonly Asked Questions about Meditation 321</p>
<p>CHAPTER 20: Ten Favorite All–Purpose Meditations 329</p>
<p>Part 6: Appendixes 339</p>
<p>APPENDIX A: Meditation Resources 341</p>
<p>APPENDIX B: About the Audio Tracks 353</p>
<p>INDEX 355</p>
