Why Having a Meditation Practice is Important
Written by: Rita Hurry, Executive Contributor
Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.
Dealing with everyday stress
Stress is on the increase around the globe. Instead of decreasing every year, it increases as more and more people struggle with staying on top of routine things in life. If you are struggling right now, it is important not only to recognize it early but to get proactive in dealing with it head-on.
How do you do this? Simply meditate.
Now you are probably thinking, “but I don’t have time for meditation,” and yes, maybe this is the case, but this attitude is what has led you to being stressed right now.
You cannot neglect your health.
Stress is the number one factor of all severe and terminal illnesses. Each minute that you stay stressed, you are increasing the stress hormone Cortisol in the body. Too much of this hormone will weaken the immune system and your ability to fight off any infections you may encounter.
This is why it is important to bring your stress levels down and focus on building a healthy body and mind system so you can stay productive both at work and in play.
Make Meditation your ‘go-to’ remedy for stress.
So now you know why it is important to keep stress levels down. It’s time to make time in your diary for meditation. Once you begin the journey and begin a regular routine, it becomes easier and easier to continue and reap the benefits it brings.
You don’t have to dedicate hours to meditation. If you do a minimum of 10 minutes each day, you will still feel and reap the benefits it brings.
One of the beautiful things about meditation is that every time you do it, for any length of time, you will feel the after-effects in your life. It creates a shift, not only in various situations in your life but also in dealing with things.
You will notice that you can think more clearly and feel more in control of everyday situations that once knocked you down.
You will also notice that your relationships with others will change, and therefore those people and those things that used to stress you out before no longer do.
I could go on for ages on the benefits of meditation resulting from a regular practice, but that would be a pretty lengthy read!
But I want you to know that meditation has to become one of your daily routines to be a healthier, happier, and more productive person in life.
Make it a part of your day like cleaning your teeth or taking a shower. Allow it to become a part of who you are, and you will be able to manage stress much more effectively and decrease the possibility of a fatal illness.
Now isn’t that worth implementing a regular meditation practice for?
Rita Hurry, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Rita's mission is to help individuals in the Creative Arts, Media, Music, and Film Industry, believe in their dreams and never give up on making them come true. Making the impossible - I'm Possible. She began Life Coaching in 2003 and has never looked back since. She is a great believer in Personal Development and Mindfulness work, whether it is practically or spiritually. Rita is a Subject Matter Expert in Law of Attraction & Flow Coaching, Mindfulness & Meditation, Business, and Nirvana Fitness and Energy Healing. She was awarded Best Law Of Attraction Coach in 2015. She has coached many clients across different professions. For example, CEOs and Entrepreneurs; Casting Agents; Actors; Singers; Musicians; Authors; Artists; DJs; and so many more across the globe and nationwide, including those working in the education industry. She currently is the co-founder of RIME Entertainment and co-hosts and co-produces an online Interview Show called RIME Entertainment Showcase, where she and her co-host interview people from all over the globe who have overcome hurdles in life and are now fulfilling and living their dream.
