Meditation for Seniors

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Meditating as a senior is beneficial for better sleep, relaxation, and blood pressure. If you have less mobility, you can do yoga by sitting on a chair. You can use mantras and breathing techniques while doing yoga in a chair. You can use resistance bands to stretch your arms and legs. Also, you can lie down on your bed and do the counting meditation to help you fall asleep. 

If you want to begin slowly in your meditation practice, you can do walking meditation. Walking is good exercise for your physical and emotional health. Meditation is useful for improving your flexibility and immune system. Walking meditation may help with depression. Enjoy walking in your backyard as you enjoy seeing your flowers or vegetable garden. 

Know your limitations before doing your meditation practice. If you have difficulties balancing yourself, do the meditation lying down or in a chair. Similarly, if you have auditory problems, listen to your meditation app at a comfortable volume. Mindfulness is another great option for using your senses and improving your focus. Practice meditation for ten to thirty minutes a day. 

Eventually, you will enjoy doing meditation techniques to help you relax. If you like to write, you can write in a journal with positive affirmations, and quotes, or write how you feel. Additionally, you might like Tai Chi for slowly moving your body. Listen to music while you are standing or lying down. Use a strong chair without wheels to prevent a fall. 

Guided meditations are helpful if you are having problems sleeping at night. It gives easy instructions to begin meditating. Also, you can join a meditation class to encourage you to practice it. Wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes. Consult with your primary doctor before you incorporate meditation. 

Overall meditation is useful for your well-being. It helps reduce your pain, reduce your stress, and reduce your anxiety. Furthermore, it is beneficial for your mental health. Try it and you will not regret it. Here are websites about meditation and mindfulness. 

Retirement Life and Leisure-Mental Wellness-Meditation:

https://www.retireguide.com/retirement-life-leisure/healthy-aging/mental-wellness/meditation/

Sanctuary Healing: 

https://sanctuaryhealing.com.au/resources/

Meditation for Senior Citizens-The Daily Meditation: 

Meditation For Senior Citizens (thedailymeditation.com)

Mindfulness Meditation for Seniors and Benefits-Mindworks:

Mindfulness Meditation for Seniors & Benefits | Mindworks

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