4. Meditate
Taking a break of 10 minutes every day for meditating can improve mental health tremendously. Regular meditation decreases anxiety and depression and also enhances positive emotions. Meditation is also a great tool for practising self-control as it improves our thought process and regulates introspection.
Ensure a proper sitting posture and comfortable seating to begin your practice. Close your eyes and start with the breathing exercise. Focus on slow and rhythmic breathing. As you observe your breathing, focus on your body and mind. This can be daunting for beginners but with more practice, meditation becomes relaxing. Some of the well-known meditation techniques are:
- Guided Meditations- There are many CD’s and online resources that can be used to help practice meditation.
- Mindfulness Meditation- Mindfulness meditation is a Buddhist practice that helps us to focus on the present moment. It makes us aware of ourselves and our surroundings. The concept of mindfulness is to face the challenges with awareness without escaping from sufferings.
- Chakra Meditation- Chakra meditation is based on observation. The concept is to observe our bodies and minds. This technique is known to enhance self-awareness.
