\nIt\u2019s a form of fitness training for your brain.
\nBetter than crossword puzzles, it transfers to changing your brain at molecular level, helping to preserve the aging brain<\/a>.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s also been proven to increase our <ahref=”http:\/\/www.theglobeandmail.com\/life\/health-and-fitness\/health-advisor\/meditate-on-this-to-jumpstart-your-immune-system\/article21702573\/”>immunity. People are able to lower their blood pressure and resting heart rate by practicing meditation. Under local anesthetic a friend\u2019s minor surgery took a dangerous turn. Meditation can influence creativity. I have long believed in the power of meditation, thou admit, a little biased. Studio News<\/strong> New work in various stages of completion for the private exhibit, will be available for purchase after\u00a0the event in Calgary. Mediation is well recognized for positive emotional health. New scientific studies proclaim surprising benefits, including a form of mental training for the brain. \u201cBuilding a Better Brain\u201d by Sharon Begley (Newsweek) suggests meditation can \u2018increase the thickness of regions that … Continue reading ![\"DSC03349\"](\"http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/DSC03349-293x300.jpg\")
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\nHaving problems sticking to those New Year\u2019s Resolutions? Meditation may assist your success.
\nNEUROSCIENTISTS have also found that, after just 11 HOURS of meditation, practitioners had structural changes in the part of the brain involved in monitoring our FOCUS and SELF CONTROL<\/a>.
\nThat\u2019s good news for artists.
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\nMeditation\u2019s obvious benefits are easing anxiety issues, chronic pain, stress, and depression.
\nIt fuels our happiness and energy, improves our sleep, develops our intuition.
\nScience states meditation can influence behavior, assist with weight loss, have a positive effect on relationships, and help us stay on task.<\/p>\n
\nIn one study, after only 8 weeks of meditating participants had increased antibodies on their system. Our immunity is directly linked to our thoughts, positive and negative<\/a>.
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\nHow does the world\u2019s oldest female bodybuilder, 79 year old Ernestine Shepherd<\/a> begin her day?
\nThat\u2019s right, she meditates. Ernestine\u2019s discovery of fitness late in life is remarkably inspiring<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nEven during times of crisis.<\/em><\/p>\n
\nA nurse, she understood the Dr\u2019s coded language stating her body began to hemorrhage.
\nWith a genetic pre-disposition to high blood pressure, she knew it was a deadly combination. A lifelong meditation practitioner, she immediately began TM<\/a>.
\nThe Dr\u2019s were baffled when her blood pressure and resting HR began to stabilize without their intervention.
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\nNew York Times writer Eric Barker\u2019s popular article \u201cImprove your Life- the 10 things you should do every day.<\/a>\u201d lists meditation in the top 5. ( Note: getting out in Nature is #1)
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\nThou meditation is recognized as an essential tool for health, some find it difficult to incorporate into their daily living.
\nIn a \u2019stillness\u2019 challenged society, walking meditation<\/a> may be a solution.<\/p>\n
\nResearch has found meditation to promote \u2018DIVERGENT THINKING\u2019<\/a> a type of thinking that allows many new ideas to be generated.
\nCreative coach & author Mark McGuiness quotes insight & clarity among the benefits for creatives who practice meditation.
\nHe states if you depend on your creativity for your means of living, your most valuable piece of equipment isn\u2019t your computer, it\u2019s your brain<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nThe friend who transformed her situation in surgery?
\nMy Mom.
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\ntip: having trouble with distraction while meditating?
\nNever underestimate the power of a sleep mask & ear plugs.
\nOf course, not to be applied during walking meditation.<\/p>\n
\nI have included photos of work available for immediate purchase, including the newest Rocks & Snow, posted last week.
\nFor complete list of available work click here<\/a>.
\nI\u2019d love to hear from you. (Note: 2014\/15 pricing is still in effect.)<\/p>\n
\nI am also in the midst of working on private commissions in the west & east.
\nSo grateful to meet new clients, have a full plate of work, and an actual waiting list.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"