Between the pressures of getting good grades and trying to maintain your fitness and social life, college can put major stress on your mind. Fortunately, there is a way to de-stress and loosen up. Here’s how transcendental meditation can boost your mental well-being.
What Is Transcendental Meditation?
Performed in sessions of about 15 to 20 minutes around twice per day, transcendental meditation differs from regular meditation. Rather than focusing on a specific philosophy or requiring you to concentrate, transcendental meditation simply involves focusing on a specific mantra and tapping into your self-awareness in order to boost your happiness.
Benefits
One study published by the National Library of Medicine found that transcendental meditation can help to lower blood pressure and stress. Furthermore, it can boost your mental wellness, thereby enabling you to focus more on achieving your goals and less on negative thoughts.
How Often To Practice
This largely depends on your age. For fully grown adults, it’s recommended to practice transcendental meditation twice a day for up to 20 minutes at a time. Children and teenagers, however, are recommended to practice for shorter periods due to having less of an attention span. The amount of time you can maintain your concentration will also affect the duration of your meditation sessions.
