TIME Magazine: The Science of Meditation

Just Say Om
Millions of Americans—many of whom don't even own crystals—practice meditation every day. Why? Because it works

Peace Be With You
Ancient avenues to inner peace are reappearing in modern life

How to Meditate
You can teach yourself in a matter of minutes by following a few simple steps

Meditation Nation
Americans of all kinds are meditating

Calming the Mind
The anatomy of meditation

A Shopper's Guide to Meditation
A whole world of material

Ancient Practice
Meditation is nearly as old as humanity

How Your Mind Can Heal Your Body
Emotions are connected to physical health
[12/20/2003]

The Science of Yoga
15 million Americans participate in this mystical tradition
[4/23/2001]

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How to Meditate


	You can teach yourself in a matter of minutes by following a few simple steps


	Posted Sunday, July 27, 2003 1. F I N D A Q U I E T P L A C E If it helps, turn out the lights. The fewer distractions you have, the easier it will be to concentrate 2. C L O S E Y O U R E Y E S The idea is to shut out the outside world so your brain can stop actively processing information coming from the senses 3. P I C K A W O R D, A N Y W O R D Find a word or phrase that means something to you, whose sound or rhythm is soothing when repeated 4. S A Y I T A G A I N A N D A G A I N Try saying your word or phrase to yourself with every outbreath. The monotony will help you focus