Heartfulness Meditation

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Meditation means to think continuously of the same thing, or to rest the mind on an idea. Since as “we think so we become”, the object of meditation becomes important. Our thoughts have a powerful influence on the character of our lives. Meditation is a way to balance our mind. With a regular meditation practice, we develop moderation and achieve balance.

As the noise inside quiets down, our intuition strengthens, and we begin to respond to the world through the heart’s wisdom. With continued practice, we nurture the inner qualities of the heart – courage, trust, wonder, compassion, tolerance, and most of all, love.

People begin their meditation practice for various reasons and find relief and greater subtlety from spending time within. In recent years, science is advancing in the field of consciousness. Countless research studies have shown the health benefits of meditation, including reducing blood pressure, reversing heart disease and lowering anxiety levels. In addition to the measurable benefits mentally and physically, many people benefit from an unquantifiable inner poise and harmony.

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Learn how to mediate the Heartfulness Way.

Heartfulness Institute is a non-profit organization offering this method in over a hundred countries throughout the world for communities, schools, universities and corporations. There are no charges for the practice at any stage or any other commercial interest and is offered completely free of charge by trained Heartfulness volunteers.