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MEDITATION AND IT'S IMPORTANCE IN EDUCATION

What is meditation?


Meditation is an ancient wellness practise that focuses on training awareness, attention and compassion. It is a practice where an individual uses a technique – such as mindfulness or focusing the mind on a particular object, thought, or activity to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable.

Scholars have found meditation elusive to define, as practices vary both between traditions and within them.


Meditation is practised in numerous religious traditions. The earliest records of meditation (Dhyan) are found in the Vedas, and meditation exerts a salient role in the contemplative repertoire of Hinduism and Buddhism Since the 19th century, Asian meditative techniques have spread to other cultures where they have also found application in non-spiritual contexts, such as business and health.


Benefits of meditation


  1. Gaining a new perspective on stressful situations.

  2. Increasing self-awareness.

  3. Reducing negative emotions.

  4. Increasing imagination and creativity.

  5. Increasing patience and tolerance.

  6. Focusing on the present etc.

Why meditation should be taught in school?

According to the latest studies, meditation should be on the curriculum. Students who meditate perform better in school and handle academic stress more efficiently. Research has linked meditation to a rise in IQ levels, improved mental function, and higher grades.


How Can Students Benefit from Meditation?


This centuries-old discipline benefits people of all ages. Studies conducted on over 1,800 students from all around the world have found that meditation improved mental well-being, academic skills, and social abilities in students. Youngsters who were taught meditation in the school reported better concentration on their tasks. They were also more self-confident and had a more positive outlook on life. Meditation has been shown to promote a stronger self-identity and higher optimism.


In today’s hectic world, students are struggling with the demands of school and personal life. Many times, they end up feeling overwhelmed. External factors, such as social media, peer pressure, and family problems, only make things worse. According to the NCCAM (National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine), meditation helps reduce depression and anxiety. In the long run, it improves mental focus and brain function. This makes it particularly beneficial for young people.


This discipline strengthens the mind-body connection, promoting healthy behaviours. Currently, researchers are studying its beneficial effects on teens with chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and post-traumatic stress disorder.


Meditation Improves Students’ Behavior


According to a study that involved at-risk secondary school students, meditation may improve academic achievement. Subjects who practice transcendental meditation for one year obtained higher scores at English, math, and academic performance tests. This practice helps reduce mental clutter and offsets the negative effects of stress, which in turn, increases brain processing skills. Some studies report a whopping 50 per cent reduction in anxiety and stress after just one session.


The benefits of meditation don’t end here. This ancient discipline can improve a student’s life on every level. With regular practice, it leads to:


  • Improved memory and concentration

  • Increased confidence and self-esteem

  • Feelings of calmness and inner peace

  • Improved behavioural profile

  • Improved inter-student relationships

  • Enhanced cognitive function and learning skills

Meditation promotes mental and emotional well-being. When you meditate, you focus on the present moment and de-clutter your mind. This causes positive changes in your mindset and lifts your mood.


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