“Yoga means union of the individual mind with universal mind, so meditation is considered the essence of yoga. The transformation of the mind and body during meditation is significantly more profound than simply resting with your eyes closed.” MindMeanBodyEyeIndividualMeditationYogaEssenceUniversalTransformationUnionsProfoundMind And Body Author:Deepak Chopra
“To meditate with mindful breathing is to bring body and mind back to the present moment so that you do not miss your appointment with life.” LifeMindMomentsBodyMeditationMissingMindfulnessBreathingPresent MomentMind And BodyAppointments Author:Nhat Hanh
“Using the combined, integrated force of the mind and body is more efficient than using one without the other. Since the body can only exist in the present, that's where the mind should be too (unless we deliberately choose to contemplate the past or future). At the same time, the body needs to be healthy and in optimum operating condition so that it can respond effectively to the mind's directives.” NeedsShouldMindBodyPastForceMeditationConditionsHealthyEfficientContemplatingMind And BodyIntegratedOptimum Author:H. E Davey
“Realizing that our minds control our bodies while our bodies reflect our minds amounts to understanding the most fundamental aspects of ourselves. It further equals a comprehension of the relationship between our "tools." And since the mind and body are interrelated, this understanding makes it easier to see why coordinating them is a practical way of using these tools to greatest effect-a way of using the mind and body to live our lives as art.” WayMindArtBodyUnderstandingRealizingOur LivesMeditationEffectsAmountEasierAspectToolsFundamentalsPracticalsMind And BodyComprehensionMind ControlCoordinating Author:H. E Davey
“Meditation is one of the most therapeutic things that one can do for the body and mind. Specifically, studies demonstrate a reduction in blood pressure, heart rate, and other stress marker indicators.” MindHeartBodyCan DoStudyMeditationBloodStressPressureRateMind And BodyReductionTherapeuticIndicatorsMarkersBlood PressureHeart Rate Author:Tim McCarthy
“The end goal of meditation is to do whatever helps slow your mind down, in order to achieve a peaceful, positive state of mind and body.” MindEndsStatesHelpingBodyOrderGoalMeditationAchievePeacefulState Of MindMind And Body Author:Tim McCarthy
“The one and only thing required is to free oneself from the bondage of mind and body alike, putting the Buddha's own seal upon yourself. If you do this as you sit in ecstatic meditation, the whole universe itself scattered through the infinity of space turns into enlightenment. This is what I mean by the Buddha's seal.” IfsMindMeanWholeBodyTurnsUniverseSpaceMeditationEnlightenmentOneselfInfinityBondageMind And BodySealsEcstatic Author:Dogen
“Yoga is ideal for calming the mind and harmonizing with nature. Plus, since this meditation consists of listening to what's taking place in the instant, it brings the mind into the present, where the body resides, producing unification of mind and body.” MindBodyMeditationListeningYogaIdealsInstantPlusMind And BodyCalmingUnification Author:H. E Davey
“I think it's worth trying to do something about obvious sources of stress in your life. But even more important is learning and practicing methods to neutralize the harmful effects of stress on the body and mind. There are many possibilities, anything from meditation and yoga to listening to relaxing music. My personal favorite is simple breathing techniques - they're very effective, take very little time, and they're free.” ThinkingTryingMindLittlesImportantBodySimpleMeditationEffectsPossibilitySourceListeningYogaStressMethodObviousTechniqueBreathingMind And BodyLittle TimeMeditation And Yoga Author:Andrew Weil
“Routines may include taking a warm bath or a relaxing walk in the evening, or practicing meditation/relaxation exercises. Psychologically, the completion of such a practice tells your mind and body that the day's work is over and you are free to relax and sleep.” MindMayBodySleepWalksPracticeMeditationExerciseWarmEveningRelaxRelaxationBathsMind And BodyCompletion Author:Andrew Weil
“Breathing in, I calm body and mind. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment I know this is the only moment.” KnowsMindMomentsBodyMeditationCalmBuddhistBreathingPresent MomentFlexibilityMind And BodyDwellingI SmilePeace Is Every StepPranaPranayama Author:Nhat Hanh