Psychological Benefits of meditation
reduced stress and anxiety
increased creativity and intelligence
reduced depression
increased learning ability, moral reasoning and memory
reduced irritability and moodiness
feelings of vitality and rejuventation
increased emotional control
increased self esteem and confidence
increased alertness
improved relationships
improved concentration
Physiological Benefits of meditation
Lowers metabolic rate and heart rate, and reduces workload on the heart
Lowers levels of cortisol and lactate in the body—two chemicals associated with stress
Lowers high blood pressure and high cholesterol
Lowers blood levels of free radicals—unstable oxygen molecules that cause tissue damage
Decreases anxiety, depression, and irritability
Slows the aging process
Improves the flow of air to the lungs, resulting in easier breathing
Increases feelings of vitality and rejuvenation
Increases happiness and emotional stability.
Spiritual Benefits of meditation
Strengthening of Intuitive capability
Experience an inner sense of "Assurance or Knowingness"
Experience a sense of "Oneness"
Heightened sense of "Unconditional Love"
Deeper understanding of "The Infinite"
Overall experience of "Well Being"
Enhanced Psychic abilities
Deeper understanding and fulfillment of "Purpose"
A sense of "Completion"