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Benefits of Meditation

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Catherine Hallagan Student Contributor, University of Rochester
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Rochester Contributor Student Contributor, University of Rochester
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Rochester chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

10 reasons you should start meditating today!!

1. Increases overall happiness 

2. Improves concentration 

3. Slows aging 

 

4. Benefits cardiovascular and immune health

5. Increases alertness, more so than taking a nap

6. Can have incredible pain relieving effects

7. Increases neuroplasticity

8. Increase self-awareness

9. Can help mediate sleeping problems

10. And most importantly, REDUCES STRESSÂ