With the aim of raising awareness about meditation and its benefits, the United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed December 21st as December 21st World Meditation Day.
Known for its contribution to mental, emotional and spiritual health, meditation is an ancient practice rooted in various traditions has spread all over the world.
“Meditation is often described as a practice in which a person uses techniques such as mindfulness, focused concentration, or guided reflection to train the mind and achieve a state of relaxation mental clarity, emotional calm and physical relaxation“says the website of United Nations.
There are different types of meditation, each offering unique approaches to achieving calm, clarity, and balance. Research underscores its ability to do this Reduce stressimprove concentration and emotional balance, relieve anxiety and depression and also help us sleep better. It also helps improve physical health, such as reducing high blood pressure and pain.
The humanitarian and spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi ShankarFounder of The Art of Living, celebrated the UN declaration. “Meditation has finally been recognized by all nations. It is food for the soul and the answer to all the challenges of modern life,” he said.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), this practice can be an effective self-care tool to enhance treatments and improve overall well-being, especially to control anxiety symptoms.
Likewise those WHO also recognizes that practices such as yogawhich often include elements of meditation, have a positive effect on mental health.
On its website, the Art of Living Foundation announces that present in 180 countries and with more than 40 years of experience in meditation and yoga, he lists the numerous benefits of this ancient tool.
To celebrate the United Nations Day of Meditation, The Art of Living is organizing a day of free meditations, online and in person, to experience this Advantages while connecting with thousands of people across the country. The event will take place in the city of Buenos Aires this Sunday, December 21st, from 5 p.m. in Figueroa Alcorta and Julio Argentino Noble in front of GEBA in Palermo.
Find a space where you feel comfortable and can be undisturbed. It can be a room, a special corner or even outside.
You can sit on the floor with your legs crossed or stretched out, or on a chair with your feet supported. It is important that you start with your back straight and your body relaxed.
Take 5 to 10 minutes to start. As you become more comfortable, you can go deeper into the techniques and extend the time.
Focus on your breathing. Watch the air flow in and out through your nose and feel your stomach rise and fall.
It’s normal for your mind to wander. Accept any thoughts that arise, whether positive or negative. When you notice it, gently bring your attention back to your breathing.
There are many guided meditations and apps that can help you get started.
Make it a habit to meditate at the same time every day, such as in the morning or before bed. Ideally, your stomach should be empty.
Don’t be frustrated if you don’t get the expected result right away. Meditation is a practice and consistency is key.
Mudras, hand gestures that help channel energy. 
Meditation in front of the sea.
Meditation is gaining followers today.
Meditation and hands in prayer position.
Experts recommend starting meditation sitting with your back straight and your body relaxed.
