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Diaphragmatic Breathing And Meditation

Diaphragmatic Breathing And Meditation. Diaphragmatic Breathing. Focus on the breath Where is the diaphragm? Sighing. Meditation. Types of Meditation Meditation and your mind Positive effects of meditation Making meditation part of your lifestyle

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Diaphragmatic Breathing And Meditation

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  1. Diaphragmatic Breathing And Meditation

  2. Diaphragmatic Breathing • Focus on the breath • Where is the diaphragm? • Sighing

  3. Meditation • Types of Meditation • Meditation and your mind • Positive effects of meditation • Making meditation part of your lifestyle • Centering Meditation

  4. Types of Meditation • Exclusive Meditation (Focused attention) • Five focuses • Transcendental Meditation ( TM ) • The Relaxation Response • Quiet environment • Mental device • Passive Attitude • Comfortable position

  5. Types of Meditation • Inclusive Meditation • Opening up of attention • Zen Meditation • Mindfulness Meditation

  6. Meditation and Your Mind • Right-brain/Left-brain • Effects on the brain

  7. Positive Effects of Meditation • Decreased oxygen consumption • Decreased respiratory rate • Decreased heart rate • Increased alpha brain waves • Decreased blood pressure • More stable autonomic nervous system

  8. Meditation and You: Tips (Part One) • Set a time • Find a regular place • Wear comfortable clothing • By physically clean • Avoid meditation after large meals • Relax the body • Find a comfortable position

  9. Meditation and You: Tips (Part Two) • Decide on a personal mantra • Be an objective witness to thoughts • Accept your meditation as is • Gradually transition back • Stick with it! • Find what works best for you!

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