The nature of today’s lifestyle is pretty hectic. For those of us that work, being available at all times is often the norm. In this time of relentless deadlines and constant interuptions we rarely have time to reflect on what is really important.

Some time ago I came across www.peacepulse.org

When you open this website to your browser, every hour a little bell sounds and beautiful pciture appears on your computer screen. You then have 1 minute to switch off before another bell sounds. I have been using this for the last couple of years and have been amazed at some of the insights and answers that have come during this quiet time.

Try giving yourself 8 minutes during the day to provide some clarity and replenish your spirit.

www.peacepulse.org

Kind Regards

Graeme

Tags: clarity, depression, meditation, relaxation

I have personally experienced the benefits of depression in keeping depression at bay. People often ask me what type of meditaion I follow. I follow a method advocated by the Brahma Kumaris but I always say to people that they should try different approaches till they find one that works for them. The important thing is to find a way of experiencing peace and it doesn’t matter how you do it.

Not as effective when in deep depression

I found that meditation didn’t work for me when I was severely depressed but when I started to recover I found it a great way of preventing relapse. Research also shows that it is not as effective when people are really depressed.

Meditations clinically proven to reduce the chance of relapse.

In a study by John Teasdale et al in the UK he evaluated patients who had experienced 5 or more episodes of depression in their life. One half just received normal counselling whilst the other half went through a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). MBCT incorporates Buddhist style mindfulness meditation along with exercises to help them understand how thinking patterns influence their feelings. MBCT patients were found to have a relapse rate of 36% compared to the control group of 78%.

Personal Experience

I find the practice of meditation give me clarity and perspective. People often say they don’t have time to meditate but I find that I am incredibly productive after it. I think it makes you more effective by helping to ascertain what is really important.

If you have tried meditation to help treat your anxiety or depression please make a comment.

Kind Regards

Graeme

Tags: , anxiety. overcoming depression, depression, meditation