Yoga Journal Singapore — April-May 2017

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The power of meditation

Meditation is an ancient practice, but contrary to popular belief, it is totally non-religious,

scientific, and an empowering technique without par—having proven itself for thousands

of years, and across all cultures. It leads us to understand the nature of our mind, and

master it to create the life and results we desire. With the regular practice of meditation, the

mind becomes more focused instead of remaining in a constant state of restlessness. One

gains more control in directing the mind to a specific task.

All happiness and unhappiness, pain and pleasure, sorrow and joy, arise from the

way our mind thinks—and meditation takes us on an inner journey where we can clearly

see the workings of our mind, and are able to train it. By bringing out our full potential,

meditation allows us to enjoy life to the fullest. It empowers us to celebrate life, in all of its

different facets and expressions.

Successful champions in their own fields—Anthony Robbins, Richard Branson, Russell

Simmons, Ray Dalio, Deepak Chopra, Dr. Oz, Hugh Jackman and Mark Zuckerberg—are all

men who have benefited from meditation, in one form or another.

Why men should meditate

A committed meditation practice brings benefits across the physical, emotional and mental

levels of our lives. Here are five reasons that recommend why men must make meditation

a part of their daily diet.

Tense muscles, overactive nerves and an

overactive mind drain our energy reserves. Once

we start meditating, we become more peaceful,

less reactive and more stable—all positive states

of being that lead to greater efficiency in our

life with less stress or friction. Becoming calm

also energises you once again. In fact, calmness

and vitality are complementary. People who

are ‘hyper’ may seem energetic, but they are

actually fuelled by nervous energy and end up

irritable and mentally exhausted once that wears

off. Meditation also counteracts the effects of

stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol as it

increases the production of happy chemicals like

endorphins and serotonin.

men must meditate