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Entering into the mindful state of meditation has measurable physiological effects, including increased blood flow to the brain, lower blood pressure, muscle relaxation and a lower respiration rate.

Meditating at the office isn't always easy to pull off. But taking even two minutes can increase productivity, improve concentration and boost your mood.

Shaolin kung fu is a type of martial arts associated with the Shaolin monasteries in China. The philosophy of Shaolin is a combination of Taoism and Buddhism. Meditation is an essential part of the Shaolin martial art practice, allowing you to banish negative thoughts and gain strength from your mind.

We challenge you to spend a month incorporating five to 15 minutes of meditation into each day's routine.

Deep breathing is one of the most effective ways to start meditating and can be performed anywhere. The two key elements of any meditation practice are finding a focal point and letting go of any thoughts or emotions that arise.

Exercise and meditation both help to promote health on all levels, including your physical, psychological and emotional well-being. Regular moderate activity helps to maintain overall vitality, manage weight and keep stress levels low. Meditation improves focus and lowers stress.

Many people report the experience of seeing lights during meditation practice. These lights can vary from small, sparkling, comet-like flashes to glowing balls to a transcendent vision of spiritual light some refer to as the "great white light."