Meditation is one of the best ways to clear your mind, reduce stress, improve your immune system and boost your spirits. That’s the word from scientists at the University of Wisconsin. Meditation is defined as “focused deep thought or a solemn reflection on sacred matters.” It is accompanied with a slowing or deepening of your breathing pattern.
Psychologist Richard J. Davidson and colleagues gave 41 people a flu vaccine. A little more than half of the subjects learned to meditate and followed a regular schedule of “deep breathing and focused thinking” for 30 to 60 minutes a day, 6 days a week. Another group just got the vaccine. After 8 weeks, meditators had higher levels of flu-fighting antibodies than those who didn’t meditate. They were also better able to deal with stress and had increased activity in the area of the brain linked to good moods. The results weren’t temporary. The “feel-good” effects lasted for up to 4 months after the meditation training sessions ended.
Meditation produces measurable biological changes in the brain and body. It’s safe and can be of great benefit. If meditation is not a regular part of your life, then I highly recommend you start today. It will make a tremendous difference in your well-being! | 
