Meditation - Dr. Barbara R. Grace, Holistic Psychologist

meditation practices can help us have a happier and healthier life. Famous researchers in this area include Herbert Benson – The Relaxation Response at Harvard, Jon-Kabat Zinn – Mindfulness Stress Reduction, and Dean Ornish – Heart Research Studies. Meditation produces profound changes in mind, body, and spirit. Some of these include:

Mind Changes:

l	Stronger focus, clarity, and concentration
l	Clearer thinking and less emotional turmoil
l	Greater creativity
l	Increased self understanding and self acceptance
l	Cultivation of positive mind states such as: patience, love, kindness, forgiveness, joy, compassion, empathy, and clarity
l	Living in and enjoying the present moment

Physical Changes:

l	Reduced tension, anxiety, and stress
l	Lower blood pressure, cholesterol, heart rate, metabolism
l	Reduction in the intensity of pain
l	Quicker recovery from stress
l	Movement of energy through the body for healing purposes
l	Muscle relaxation

Spiritual Changes:

Deeper sense of meaning and purpose in

your life

Awakening to spiritual dimensions of being

A feeling of union with the Divine

In addition, there are such changes as enhanced performance at work and play, making friends with yourself, connecting more deeply with others, feeling centered and calm, grounded, balanced, and being able to withstand daily stresses more easily.

Dr. Grace has had extensive training in Meditation and Altered State work from the Wellness Institute in Seattle, Washington. She teaches meditation classes on a regular basis and instructs clients how to use altered states of being from many traditions to enhance their lives.

Please check this website under Calendar for a schedule of classes and workshops.