ABOUT BUDDHISM, MEDITATION, MANTRAS and more

The primary aim of Buddhists is to overcome the suffering of this world by salvation through enlightenment. Mahayana (greater Vehicle), or Northern Buddhism, is found in China, Korea and Japan. Theravada or Southern Buddhism, the only surviving school of the Hinayana (Lesser Vehicle) system, originated in Srti Lanka and incorporates elements of Hinduism and local beliefs. It predominates in Thailand, Burma, Laos and Cambodia.

Far older than even Bhuddism in Thailand is belief in spirits, as well as various gods and demi-gods. There are spirits who guard individual pieces of land, for instance, and others who watch over villages and capital cities or make their home in trees and caves. The general term for such invisible beings is phi, but special names are given to many who enjoy demi-god status. To avoid difficulties and ensure harmony and prosperity, all must be placated, sometimes with a special abode of their own, always with carefully prepared offerings. Such animistic beliefs do not clash with Buddhism, rather they coexist comfortably and often overlap in ways mystifying to outsiders

Image: blue circle

THE BENEFITS OF MEDITATION

What do we know of these incidental benefits., and is our knowledge based on firm research findings and also clinical reports, also anecdotal evidence and claims made by those who have experienced great benefits. A mounting body of research and reports both evidence points to a wide range of benefits which can follow from regular meditation. These include the following

A decrease in TENSION, ANXIETY, STRESS RELATED PHYSICAL PROBLEMS, HBP, PALPITATIONS, ABNORMAL HEART RHYTHMS, INSOMNIA, TENSION HEADACHES, DEPRESSION, IRRITABILITY, NEGATIVE PSYCHOLOGICAL STATES.
An INCREASE in FEELINGS OF PEACE, OPTIMISM, SELF WORTH, CREATIVITY, EFFICIENCY, PRODUCTIVITY, ENERGY, EMOTIONAL RELEASE, SPONTANEITY, OPENNESS TO THE UNCONSCIOUS, INDEPENDENCE, SELF DISCIPLINE, SENSE OF IDENTIY.

ADDITIONAL FACTS

In addition there is evidence that meditation can improve powers of memory and concentration, can increase attention span, and can help the development of patience and equanimity. Some studies have also shown it can be useful in the management of chronic pain. Individuals report that their attitude towards their pain has changed, that the pain isn't so intrusive and that they are able to switch their attnetion away from it far more easily.

Other pages:

This is the text-only version of this page. Click here to see this page with graphics.
Edit this page | Manage website
Make Your Own Website: 2-Minute-Website.com