You take care of your brain, eat right, exercise, and keep yourself stress-free, but what are you doing to exercise and take care of your brain?
The number one way that you can boost brain power is by meditation. Without a doubt, this is the only way to go when it comes to free, fast, and easy care for your brain.
According to a study in the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, meditation helps your brain have better control over processing pain and emotions.
In the study, participants engaged in four 20-minute meditation practices. Researchers then touched the participants' calf with a piece of metal that was hot to the touch--about 120 degrees. Those who had meditated reported that it was, on average, 40 percent less painful and 57 percent less uncomfortable than before their practice.
Don't know where to start? We got you covered.
Try one of these easy-to-use apps to get yourself started on the path to peace.
For the athletes out there, there is Athlete Minder. With this app, you can easily apply mindfulness to your workout--talk about multitasking! The app will ask you to answer some questions following your workout to help you get in touch with how your body feels and what it needs, and you’ll be able to review your progress and habits. So download it and get started!
Available on iOS.
This is the perfect app for those looking to apply mindfulness to their diet--an incredible and invaluable tool in weight loss. This app will help you stay aware of what your body wants and needs, and then help you plan and create meals with "complex texture and taste" to satisfy your sense and help you pause to appreciate your food at a slower pace.
Available on iOS.
Probably the most recommended free mindfulness app, Centered is here to help you say mindful and aware of your body, your needs, and help you develop compassion and empathy for others. It includes everything from mindfulness skills, including daily reminders, meditation timers and audio guides of various lengths. it can also link up with Apple Health so you can track your health all in one spot!
Available for free on iOS.
What do you think about these apps? Do you enjoy meditating? Let us know in the comments!
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