Meditation is . . . 

• A set of techniques intended to encourage a heightened state of awareness

• A consciousness-changing technique that has a variety of psychological, physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual benefits 

• Meditation is an ancient practice experienced in cultures all over the world 

• Nearly every religion or spiritual practice has some essence of using meditative practices 

• Practiced by people independent of any religious belief or spiritual practice

• As unique, diverse, and individual as there are stars in the sky