The ancient wisdom of mindfulness
has been supported by scientific research. Studies have found the following
benefits for people who have completed a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
class and practice mindfulness meditation:
Increased self-awareness, self-trust, and self-acceptance
Enhanced appreciation of life
Serenity in the face of difficulties
More accepting attitude toward life and its challenges
More fluid adaptation to change and development of more effective coping
strategies
Lasting decreases in a variety of stress-related physical symptoms,
including chronic pain
Significant decreases in anxiety and depression
Improved concentration and creativity
Improved immune system functioning
Decreased symptoms secondary
to cancer
