Can we increase the brain power by meditation? The answer is definitely YES!
Year 2025 is going to start in few days. Till now most of us are living the life on autopilot.
Now is the time to train our brain, become aware of our thoughts and increase the brain power by meditation.
There are some evidences that meditation may have a number of benefits for the brain, including:
- Reducing stress: Meditation can help to reduce stress and promote relaxation, which may in turn improve brain function. It has been observed that the gray-matter density in the amygdala decreases, which is known to play an important role in anxiety and stress. Amygdala is an almond shaped collection of neurons found in the temporal lobe. Amygdala contributes to higher cognitive functions such as learning new skills, decision making skills. Meditation play an important role in regulating the emotions and forming & storing long-term memories.
- Improving focus and attention: Meditation can help to improve focus and attention, which may be helpful for tasks that require mental effort.
- Increasing grey matter: Grey matter is the outer most part of the brain. The more grey matter in the brain, the more effective their brain is. Some studies have found that meditation may increase the amount of grey matter in the brain, which is associated with learning and memory and in structures associated with self-awareness, compassion, and introspection.
- Reducing age-related brain atrophy: Some research suggests that meditation may help to reduce age-related brain atrophy and improve cognitive function in older adults.
To get started with meditation, you can try the following steps:
- Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit or lie down.
- Close your eyes and focus on your breath.
- If your mind wanders, gently redirect your attention back to your breath.
- Continue this practice for 10-20 minutes.
You can also read: How to meditate effectively
Dr. Joe Dispenza, who is a neuroscientist, has explained in the book called ‘Becoming Supernatural‘ how we can re-wire our brains and increase the brain power by meditation practices. He has been researching the effects of meditation during his advanced workshops, using techniques of brain mapping with EEGs.
It is fascinating to see how brain’s plasticity changes by practicing meditation and can increase our well-being and quality of life.
Remember that meditation is a practice and it may take time to see the benefits. It’s also important to be patient and kind to yourself as you learn to meditate. Add meditation to your daily morning routine and increase the power of your brain. It would help in achieving your goals and 2025 would be a great year.
Happy meditating!
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