Summary

Meditation involves some form of concentration in order to overcome the habitual activity of the mind. With most types of meditation, this focusing of attention is undertaken for a purpose. These purposes vary and include improving personal well-being, gaining insight, or experiencing union with God.

Some common focusing techniques are: mental repetition, physical repetition, problem concentration, and visual concentration.

Some types of meditation that have been researched for health benefits are the relaxation response, transcendental meditation, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and centering prayer.

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