Give a working definition of meditation

Identify cultures or spiritual traditions in different parts of the world that practice meditation

List four common techniques for calming the mind in meditation

Identify at least one characteristic of each of the following types of meditation: transcendental meditation, mindfulness-based stress reduction, relaxation response, centering prayer.

List four conditions where clinical studies have shown meditation to be beneficial

Identify two different explanations of how meditation "works" and discuss one of them

List at least two conditions when meditation should not be used

Give basic instructions for a sitting meditation

Identify at least two important questions to ask meditation teachers