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1. Relieve Stress and Anxiety
Scientific Basis: Meditation can reduce the secretion of the stress hormone cortisol and reduce the “fight or flight” response.
Effect: Meditating for 15 minutes daily can significantly improve anxiety and depression (Harvard University study).
2. Improve Concentration and Memory
Scientific Basis: Meditation can enhance activity in the prefrontal cortex (the area responsible for concentration) of the brain.
3. Improve Sleep Quality
Scientific Basis: Meditation activates the parasympathetic nervous system (relaxation mode), helping people fall asleep more quickly.
Effect: Insomniacs who practice mindfulness meditation can reduce the time it takes to fall asleep by 50% (American Academy of Sleep Medicine study).
