Meditation plays a significant role in physical and mental wellness. Just ten minutes of meditation a day can show positive results. Meditation comes in many forms and can be performed as long or short as you would like. Even just one minute can reduce stress and anxiety and give your mind a refresh. The most common form of meditation in the West is mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness meditation is a mental training practice that involves concentrating on your breath, emotions, or sensations, and when the mind begins to wander, bring it back to your original focus.
How to:
To practice mindfulness meditation, start with taking a comfortable seat, this could be in a chair or on the floor and sit up straight. With your eyes closed, begin by focusing on the inhales and exhales of your breath and then bring your attention back to your breath whenever it starts to wander, which it undoubtedly will. Simple as that!
As previously stated, mediation has several physical and mental benefits, especially for seniors. Some of the benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
MENTAL BENEFITS
- Reduce the feeling of loneliness
- Alleviates stress
- Reduces depression and anxiety
- Improves focus
- Slows down the effects of Alzheimer’s
PHYSICAL BENEFITS
- Help manage chronic pain
- Reduces inflammation
- Improves circulation
- Helps with Insomnia
Twin Lakes Community is dedicated to providing a comprehensive approach to wellness and commits significant investments to deliver the tools necessary for our residents to achieve successful aging. We encourage residents to take advantage of Thrive, our comprehensive senior wellness program. Meditation, in addition to an individualized wellness program, can create life-enhancing results. Learn more about other amenities and activities available for residents who choose to live independently at Twin Lakes Community. Twin Lakes Community in Burlington, North Carolina is a neighborhood where independence and community are treasured. Schedule your tour of our community now by calling (336) 538-1572.
