Serenity is only a moment away

by Maria Eldonario
(Nicaragua)

In this noisy world, we need to take some time for ourselves, mentally. All you need is the desire to connect within yourself before you break apart.

Meditation is more than just a great stress reliever. Studies show that those who meditate have a growth in the cortex, an area in the brain that controls memory, language and sensory processing. To meditate you can start off with 15 minutes at your lunch break or before leaving the house. a simple technique is to sit up-right, close your eyes and focus on whatever you are experiencing at the moment, whether that is the sound of your breath or the beat of your heart.

Meditation is great for all ages and sizes. Its great for your soul as well. We get so caught up in this society that we forget one of the main components of it; ourselves. So go ahead and give your soul some attention and meditate. Make it a habit and you will feel better. It's like exercise for your mind. You have the option to do it with music, birds chirping or what ever soothes you and relaxes your mind. From different sounds to different techniques, to achieve a healthy state of mind is only a quiet moment away.