**Scientific studies are finding numerous benefits to meditation.** Science has begun to take seriously the study of meditation. Early results (as reported on by [[Dan Harris]] , a massive proponent of meditation) showed that meditation can be associated with: - Reduced stress levels - Reduced blood pressure - Boosting the immune system - Mitigating depression - Expanding (literally) the areas of your brain associated with compassion & self-awareness - Shutting up the voice in your head **** # More ## Source - [[10% Happier]] ## Related - [[Meditation]] - [[R.A.I.N.]] - [[Dan Harris]]