Book description
Take an inward journey for a happier, healthier, more productive life
Meditation is a great way to reduce stress, increase energy, and
enjoy better health. It is believed to result in a state of greater
calmness and physical relaxation, and psychological balance. Plus,
practicing meditation can change how you relate to the flow of
emotions and thoughts in your everyday life.
This fun and easy guide has long been a favorite with meditation
newcomers . . . and now it's even better. Meditation For
Dummies offers a newly recorded CD featuring more than 70 minutes
of music and guided meditations that are keyed to topics in the book,
from tuning in to your body, transforming suffering, and replacing
negative patterns to grounding yourself, consulting the guru within,
and finding a peaceful place. The book also discusses the latest
research on the health benefits of meditation, along with new advice
on how to get the most out of meditation in today's fast-paced world.
- Includes new information on the recent research on the causes of
happiness and how meditation can improve mood
- Features a set of suggested meditations for becoming happier
- Examines new research on brain changes in people practicing meditation
- New, revised, and refreshed content throughout, including
insight into the best meditation apps, electronic content, and websites
Praised by Deepak Chopra as "a useful guidebook filled with
clear instructions and helpful hints," this hands-on, friendly
guide gives you everything you need to begin experiencing the many
benefits of meditation.
CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part
of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.
Stephan Bodian, a licensed psychotherapist and former editor-in-chief
of Yoga Journal, has practiced and taught meditation for over
40 years and has written extensively on meditation, stress management,
and spirituality. His articles have appeared in Fitness, Cooking
Light, Natural Solutions, and other national magazines.