Practicing Christian mindfulness and prayer can not only bring one closer to God, but it can also reduce stress, lengthen our lives and improve our body’s responses to a wide variety of illnesses and conditions. Joan Watson explains.
Science reveals the health benefits of meditation
The regular practice of meditation can not only bring you closer to God and improve your faith and prayer life, it also improves overall wellness and health, scientists affirm. Lower blood pressure, greater emotional intelligence, a longer attention span and less anxiety are only some of the benefits, says healthline. (Photo: lel4nd, Creative Commons)
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
You’ve heard the buzz about mindfulness and meditation, and maybe you want to give it a try. The UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center offers eight free mp3 guided meditation sessions to give you a taste of mindfulness. Listen online or download for later use. (Photo: Seika, Creative Commons)
