The Huffington Post – Kristin Decarr
“Research shows that mindfulness training for students could help in the reduction of stress levels by teaching them a variety of ways to handle difficulty and stress. Mindfulness techniques such as meditation have been around for thousands of years, and research into the subject has proven that the various methods aid in the reduction of stress, pain management, lessening migraines, sleeping better and controlling emotions. Heart surgery patients are increasingly being encouraged to meditate in their recovery efforts, and a number of dietitians have incorporated the training into weight-loss programs.”(more)