The term "meditation" has many synonyms: spiritual practice, training for the mind, a tool to know and develop the mind, a way to achieve peace and relaxation, the practice of developing concentration, mindfulness and tranquility, and so on. The term comes from the Latin verb "meditari" - "to ponder," "to contemplate mentally," "to develop ideas." Illustration: A man meditating in a garden.
There are many directions, types and techniques of meditation, but the goal is always the same: to achieve mental clarity, find inner peace and relieve stress. The goal of meditation can be described by a famous phrase: The goal of meditation is not to control your thoughts, but to stop letting them control you.
Meditation in Historical and Modern Context
Historically, people have meditated for religious or spiritual reasons, but today meditation is a trend that is capturing more and more strata of society, as it is an effective way to manage stress and improve mental health.
The practice of meditation becomes an indispensable routine for the average citizen of a large city, because nothing about the practice of meditation prevents or hinders successful participation in social life.
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