Not only does the practice of gratitude just feel good, they've studied the physiological effects;
- lowers blood pressure and heart rate
- improves sleep
- boosts immune system
And upon this, a gratitude practice can help with depression, anxiety and relates to people feeling an increase in optimism and improved relationships. And what's great is that it takes just a few minutes each day!
Up Next in 7 Days of Meditation
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the stillness - cleansing (8 mins)
Sometimes we get so caught up in the mind that the only thing that can bring us back to earth is deep breathing. This is a 3-part inhale into the belly, then ribs and chest - followed by a slow 6-count exhale from the mouth. Feel yourself cleansed in just 7 minutes.
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the stillness - busyness (13 mins)
The practice of stillness actually gives us more time. Use this meditation when you're feeling the overwhelm of a busy schedule or a busy mind.
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the stillness - yoga nidra (15 mins)
Yoga Nidra is known as “yogic sleep”. Yoga Nidra is a form of deep relaxation, different from a seated meditation, in which it systematically slows down the brain wave frequencies. It is practised laying down and listening to a detailed and specific script thats created to shift consciousness and...
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