Beginners Learn Basics And Benefits Of Meditation

CEDAR PARK, TX — It's easy to become overwhelmed in the hustle and bustle of today's society. For many, dealing with day-to-day challenges pose very real consequences that disrupt mental and physical wellness and finding meaningful ways to disconnect may be met with difficulty. There are, however, helpful ways to regain focus and mental clarity. Requiring little more than patience and time, meditation is a valuable tool used to yield positive effects and benefits.

Meditation is the practice of training the mind toward a frame of consciousness tied to a specific benefit. While meditation isn't easily mastered, research shows the relaxation response attained through the practice of meditating offers results including:

• Lower blood pressure
• Improved blood circulation
• Lower heart rate
• Less perspiration
• Slower respiratory rate
• Less anxiety
• Lower blood cortisol levels
• More feelings of well-being
• Less stress
• Deeper relaxation

As a community service, Learn to Meditate will offer a community service event with its Meditation for Beginners Class offered Saturday, Oct. 12 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at 201 S. Bell Blvd., Suite 104, Cedar Park, TX 78613.

The beginners class teaches the basics of meditation for understanding and self-realization and is free and open to the public. For more information, please click HERE.