Meditation increases serotonin production which influences mood and behavior.  (Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, obesity, insomnia and headaches.) Research also shows that meditation increases activity of natural-killer cells, which kill bacteria and cancer cells.


 
There is a profound place of peace within all of us and the ancient practice of yogic sleep opens the door to this place of stillness and well-being. Shavasana is an inner retreat – a delightful break from the demands of our stress filled lives. As you listen to this CD and experience the benefits of deep relaxation you will feel renewed and refreshed. listen>


 

Meditation: Finding Peace &
Quiet Inside
New meditation audio!  For thousands of years people all over the world, in all walks of life have practiced meditation to effectively deal with stress, find peace of mind, for personal growth, and to connect with their spirit.

Now, in this audio program, long time yoga instructor and meditator Howard VanEs, M.A. demystifies what meditation is and guides you to the benefits and spiritual aspects of meditating.  Meditation gives you clear, step-by-step instructions on how to meditate and get the most from the practice.

Within each of us there is a place of peace and quiet. Meditation is the instrument that helps find this place. Even during difficult times, the practice of meditation can be a refuge, a daily retreat where you can gain perspective, balance, and peace of mind. This is exactly why meditation is so highly revered as an antidote for managing stress.

In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.
- Deepak Chopra

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Benefits of Meditation:
  • Enhanced creativity and thinking process
  • Lowered respiratory rate
  • Blood flow is increased and the heart rate slows
  • Leads to a depper level of relaxation
  • Lower blood pressure
  • Reduced anxiety
  • Decreases muscle tension (any pain due to tension) and headaches
  • Enhances self-confidence
  • Helps in chronic diseases like allergies, arthritis, etc., and reduces pain overall
  • Enhances the immune system
  • Meditation connects us to our spirit and the larger whole



This audio program is ideal for anyone wanting to learn to meditate or for those experienced practitioners who need a little support and guidance along the way.

Tracks Include

  • Track 1: What is meditation, benefits of meditation, how to meditate, preparing for meditation, and mantra meditation
  • Track 2: Breath meditation
  • Track 3: How to deepen your experience of meditation
  • Track 4: Overcoming challenges in meditation
  • Track 5: Bringing meditation in your everyday life
  • Track 6: The complete breath - preparing for meditation


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What is meditation?

About the Author

For over 19 years, Howard has been a dedicated practitioner of hatha yoga and has been teaching yoga for the last 14 years in the Bay Area of California. Howard is the primary author and editor of the "Letsdoyoga.com" wellness book series, the author of "Beginning Yoga: A Practice Manual", co-producer of the audio "CD Shavasna/Deep Relaxation", and creator of the "Yoga on Demand" audio program. He is also a co-founder of www.mystressproofing.com.

In addition to writing about and teaching yoga, Howard also leads yoga teacher trainings, insomnia workshops, wellness seminars and retreats worldwide.

Howard received a yoga teacher certification from Mt. Madonna Center in Watsonville, CA and has also received training from the advanced studies program at The Iyengar Institute of San Francisco. Howard also has an M.A. in counseling psychology.


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