MM 51 Meditation: Calm and Centered {Deep Breathing Meditation}

Use this meditation to alleviate stress, calm thoughts, relax body, prepare yourself for a peaceful day, or use to help fall asleep. The techniques are simple yet powerful and can be used by anyone, from beginners to meditation or those with an advanced practice. Meditation is 11 minutes long and will take you through 3 different deep breathing exercises. Through consistent use of this mediation, you will be able to cultivate a centered, calm presence. The exercises in this meditation can be used anywhere at any time. It's encouraged to use them anytime you feel stressed, anxious, angry, or irritated. By focusing all attention on the breath, you naturally calm your mind and body with little effort. Meditation is an essential component to a healthy, happy, and balanced life, yet many find it intimidating or cannot find the time to add it in. This quick, 11-minute meditation will help anyone begin their meditation practice. Taking this brief time for yourself can help change your life. Meditation has been found to: Improve health (lower blood pressure, aid in weight loss) Can preserve the aging brain Decrease effects of anxiety and depression Decrease stress levels Improve learning and memory Improve attention and concentration Cultivate a mindful presence and higher quality of life Improve social interactions/decrease social anxiety Can help with addiction Can be more beneficial than sleep for fatigue Help build a connection to the universe and manifest goals Among many other benefits! Meditation paired with "Calm Down" binaural beats for increased relaxation: Base Frequency (Right Ear): 90Hz Tones Used: 11.0Hz- Associated with a relaxed yet awake state. (10 minutes) 3.5Hz- Feeling of unity with everything. Whole being regeneration (last minute) (All rights reserved and purchased from: free-binaural-beats.com/calm-down/) There is no reason not to being a meditation practice and this is a great starting place. You deserve a 10-minute break. Take this time for yourself now :) Love & Light. *Please consult a doctor before beginning any meditation practice. Not meant to cure or treat any mental health or physical disorder but can be used as a companion to treatment under the supervision of a professional. This podcast originally aired a few years ago, but still speaks to this crazy journey we call life! For my most current meditations, healings & guidance please follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_rachael TikTok: https://bit.ly/3jmX1AF YouTube: https://bit.ly/3iXaBuk You can also visit my website for extensive healing sessions: https://reikiwithrachael.com/