Clear the Mind with Meditation

Meditation has long been touted for reducing stress and increasing mental clarity, but it’s also been shown to help with physical ailments like fibromyalgia, inflammatory bowel disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. Making a conscious effort to clear your mind can be easier said than done, but even the unconvinced can start a meditation practice today.  You don’t have to sit still. If you feel restless when sitting, try walking while meditating. Take slow, calculated steps. Remain aware of the sensation in your feet each time you lift and set them back down.  You don’t need a silent location. If there are noises around you, then notice and acknowledge sounds you hear while meditating.  You don’t have to go it alone. Many apps help guide beginners through the meditation process. Headspace (headspace.com) and Calm (calm.com) lead users through a daily 10-minute sessions.