Basic meditation is practiced by sitting comfortably and focusing on the breath. Whenever the mind wanders, gently bring attention back to breathing. Focused meditation involves concentrating on a ...

Meditation was something for monks, ascetics, and seekers who renounced worldly life. It was confined to caves, forests, and far-off ashrams, not to the living room, office, or city terrace. Then came ...

Meditation is meant to be a daily, lifelong practice to improve your mind and body. As a primary-care internal medicine specialist for over 35 years, I have often prescribed meditation to my patients.