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How does the vipassana meditation work to relieve stress?
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Mindfullness: Meditation changes brain physiology, increasing activity in regions associated with emotion, learning, memory, concentration, cardiovascular control. It reduces thought clutter/confusion to open the mind to improved introspection & review of life issues for better decision-making & coping. Combine with stress-reducing daily living habits (sleep, exercise, nutrition) & eliminate unnecessary stress.
Answered 12/9/2013
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