Research is finally catching up to the idea that meditation—which has been practiced for millennia—also provides many health benefits, including managing stress and anxiety. An electroencephalogram ...

Abhay Deol, 49, credits his calm and centered energy to Trataka, a candle-gazing meditation that helps him stay grounded, focused and stress-free. Abhay Deol, at 49, credits his calm and centred aura ...

Meditation has become widely promoted as a cure-all for anxiety and stress, yet for many people, these practices can actually intensify anxious feelings and create new psychological problems. The ...

Listening to the daily news, with stories of war and conflict, can be disheartening. Unsurprisingly, data suggest that a majority of Americans feel exhausted and hopeless when they think about ...

The relationship between music and the human brain has fascinated neuroscientists for decades. While meditation has long been celebrated for its cognitive benefits, recent neurological research ...

These days, we all could use a bit of quiet time away from the rise and grind. That’s where meditation comes in. This practice may not be the ultimate cure-all for everything that ails you like some ...

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Here’s another reason to hit the “pause” button and find your zen. A new study found that meditation influences key regions of your brain responsible for emotional regulation and memory, offering new ...

When it comes to the long list of things that are good for you, meditation is right up there with journaling, stretching, walking, and drinking enough water. You know it should be a top priority — and ...

Loneliness is a peculiarly modern phenomenon, and it’s on the rise in America. Despite the countless ways to connect online, we are still more disconnected today than ever. National statistics on ...