Why do we meditate? While the practice of meditation is becoming more and more popular, you may not be aware of all the surprising health benefits it can have on your physical, mental and emotional states. 

Today we’re joined by Jamie Friend, one of our beautiful teachers at both the Brighton and Mordialloc studios to talk about all the reasons as to why you should implement meditation in your daily life.

Jamie's journey into the world of meditation and yoga began when she was just 18, a stressed-out university student seeking balance in life. Little did she know that this initial spark would lead her to a profound passion for meditation and naturopathy, ultimately changing her life and the lives of those she would go on to teach and treat.

Stress is an ever-present force in our lives, with studies revealing that around 75 percent of individuals experience stress triggers during their daily routines. Jamie explains how this pervasive stress response can be physically taxing, diverting blood from digestive organs, narrowing our focus, and even affecting our memory and emotional well-being. 

Meditation emerges as a powerful tool to counteract this stress epidemic. By slowing down our breath, shifting our nervous system from "fight or flight" to "rest and digest," meditation equips us to regain control over our lives, offering a path to a calmer, more connected and productive existence.

Likening the brain to tofu with its neuroplasticity, Jamie explains how this malleability gives us the ability to rewire our patterns of thought. She shares how learning to be aware of the present moment can change the way we act and react, and improve our day-to-day functioning. 

Beyond reducing our stress, Jamie shares how meditation can enhance emotional regulation, improve memory, increase empath and strengthen concentration. In a world characterised by distractions, meditation offers a means to reconnect with the present and ensure we don’t miss the precious moments life has to offer.

So, if you've ever wondered why meditation matters or how to make it a part of your life, let this conversation with Jamie be your guiding light in adopting this wonderful and highly beneficial practice. 

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