Meditation is becoming increasingly popular in western culture as a means of combating the stresses and strains of modern day life and boosting mental performance.

Having practiced meditation for over 20 years and experimented with many varying forms, the Mind Clear approach comprises 3 primary components.

MIND CLEAR APPROACH

BREATH

“With your breath, you can control your body and mind”

Breathing is one of the only processes in the body that either happens automatically or we can choose to consciously control. When we learn to use it effectively we can use it to control our psychology and  physiology.

SOUND

“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.”

Everything is energy that vibrates at a certain frequency, including us. By using sound frequency we are able to access a meditative brainwave state with ease and speed.

MEDITATION

“The goal of meditation, isn’t to control your thoughts, its to stop letting them control you”

When you practice noticing your thoughts you build the skill of detaching from being caught up in thought. This practice of mindful awareness is like a muscle that can be strengthened and, when implemented correctly, can be utilised like a super power.

HOW TO PRACTICE

BENEFITS

 Reduces stress and anxiety – When we are stressed the body releases hormones like cortisol as a response to the stimulus. However, research shows that a regular meditation practice can reduce the inflammatory response caused by stress(2), making us less reactive to stressful situations.

Improves focus – Meditation is like weight lifting for your attention span. It helps increase the strength and endurance of your attention. One study showed that human resource workers who regularly practiced mindfulness meditation stayed focused on a task for longer. These workers also remembered details of their tasks better than their peers who did not practice meditation (3).

Helps with sleep – Meditating can help you relax and control the ‘runaway’ thoughts that can interfere with sleep. In a research study that compared meditators to non meditators they found that participants who meditated fell asleep sooner and stayed asleep longer, compared to those who didn’t meditate (4).

Generates self awareness – A regular meditation practice helps you develop a stronger understanding of yourself and your habitual thought patterns. The greater self awareness enables you to recognize thoughts that may be harmful or self-defeating and steer them toward more constructive patterns (5).

Makes you happier and healthier – Some forms of meditation can also lead to an improved self-image and more positive outlook on life. One controlled study compared electrical activity between the brains of people who practiced mindfulness meditation and the brains of others who did not. Those who meditated showed measurable changes in activity in areas related to positive thinking and optimism (6).