In this groundbreaking book, leading psychologist Dr. Patricia Carrington combines pioneering scientific research with sound psychological theory to debunk the myths about mediation and show how you can easily integrate meditation into your everyday life; at home, during athletic competitions, in the workplace and in a myriad of other common situations.
Based on her experience as a psychotherapist, research psychologist and a highly experienced practitioner of meditation, Dr. Carrington has searched the now extensive literature on meditation to provide you with authoritative answers to commonly asked questions about meditation, such as; Are some meditation mantras really better than others? Is it possible to meditate too much? Is there scientific evidence that meditation induces more creativity? Can meditating make you less productive?
She also gives you a myriad of fascinating details about the various meditation techniques; about yoga and meditation, mediation for athletes, the effects of meditation on performance, concentration and coordination and a large amount of little known and fascinating information. The book also includes instructions on how to meditate, meditation postures and practices, the effects of sound while meditating and how to utilize mini-meditations for instant stress relief and focus. Unusual experiences during meditation and why people stop meditating are also addressed, along with advice on how meditation can be successfully used for addictions, physical illness, sleep problems and more.
In the workplace, Dr. Carrington’s well known Clinically Standardized Meditation (CSM) method has been found to reduce stress, improve the ability to think clearly and organize one’s work. Improving social skills and maintaining control over negative emotions were among other noted benefits revealed in the study, which is described in detail in this book.
Dr. Carrington’s Book of Meditation: The Complete Guide to Meditation has been hailed as a classic in the field of modern meditation and is considered the leading book on the use of meditation for purposes of therapy.
Based on her experience as a psychotherapist, research psychologist and a highly experienced practitioner of meditation, Dr. Carrington has searched the now extensive literature on meditation to provide you with authoritative answers to commonly asked questions about meditation, such as; Are some meditation mantras really better than others? Is it possible to meditate too much? Is there scientific evidence that meditation induces more creativity? Can meditating make you less productive?
She also gives you a myriad of fascinating details about the various meditation techniques; about yoga and meditation, mediation for athletes, the effects of meditation on performance, concentration and coordination and a large amount of little known and fascinating information. The book also includes instructions on how to meditate, meditation postures and practices, the effects of sound while meditating and how to utilize mini-meditations for instant stress relief and focus. Unusual experiences during meditation and why people stop meditating are also addressed, along with advice on how meditation can be successfully used for addictions, physical illness, sleep problems and more.
In the workplace, Dr. Carrington’s well known Clinically Standardized Meditation (CSM) method has been found to reduce stress, improve the ability to think clearly and organize one’s work. Improving social skills and maintaining control over negative emotions were among other noted benefits revealed in the study, which is described in detail in this book.
Dr. Carrington’s Book of Meditation: The Complete Guide to Meditation has been hailed as a classic in the field of modern meditation and is considered the leading book on the use of meditation for purposes of therapy.
