get blood throughout the body and to the brain.
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Minimized Anxiety and Greater Concentration and Focus
Whether it is the fear of public speaking or walking in a large crowd, many of us have experienced some form of anxiety. Anxiety can creep up and create great angst and concern.
To counter anxiety, many people attest to the power of mindfulness—centering one’s thoughts and ideas while focusing less on that which one fears and more on that which one can control.
Because practicing mindfulness allows one to tap into the power of the brain, this contemplative practice allows us to attract that which we desire.
Afraid of public speaking? Envision yourself standing in front of a large crowd not only mastering the crowd but doing so with great comfort and confidence.
By intentionally conceptualizing yourself doing something that may typically cause anxiety, you will minimize the anxiety.
Increased Oxygen Flow to the Brain
Have you ever experienced your energy level spike and a sudden feeling that you could conquer the world? Do you remember what precipitated that feeling?
For some, the act of meditating can have that same effect. When engaged in meditation, the body is relaxed, the mind is cleared, and the participant is doing that which comes naturally—breathing.
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The act of carefully and deliberately inhaling and exhaling, which is often an outgrowth of the meditation process, increases oxygen flow. In turn, an increase in one’s oxygen flow can lead to more stamina and overall energy.
Who doesn’t want more energy?
Whether you have been practicing yoga for years or just started meditating last week, the point is that the mind is a powerful tool.
The more we understand its benefits, the more we begin to unleash its power to heal us.
Tyra Seldon, Ph.D. is a former English professor turned writer, editor and small business owner. Passionate about the English language and the craft of storytelling, she launched Seldon Writing Group, LLC in 2011. Dr. Seldon has worked with education tech companies, celebrities, aspiring writers, entrepreneurs, media outlets, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies to develop their written content. When she’s not writing, she’s traveling the world, one continent at a time. She can be reached at [email protected]
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