Man has conquered space, Mount Everest and numerous other challenges; but, are we able to conquer our own mind? How often do you find yourself victim to your own negative thoughts? Some people are even of the opinion that it is impossible to control your thoughts. However, the art of meditation teaches that, not only is it possible to control our thoughts, but, we can learn to stop them completely. Through meditation we can bring our unruly mind under control. This creates peace of mind and enables us to achieve what we want to.

Once you have found your own inner stillness, through regular meditation, you will be able to access it again and again and with ever greater ease. This brings with it many far-reaching and profound benefits.

How has all the knowledge in the world been gained but by the concentration of the powers of the mind? The world is ready to give up its secret if we only know how to knock, how to give it the necessary blow. The strength and force of the blow come through concentration. There is no limit to the power of the human mind.The more concentrated it is, the more power is brought to bear on one point, That is the secret.
                                                                                                    --Swami Vivekananda

The practice of meditation leads to mental concentration. The more the power of concentration, the greater the knowledge that is acquired. The difference in their power of concentration also constitues the difference between man and man.
 
Some of the benefits of meditation are:-

• Reduces anxiety as it lowers the levels of blood lactate.
• Builds self confidence.
• Builds stability and self control.
• Increases awareness and concentration.
• Increases serotonin which influences moods and behaviour. Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, headaches and insomnia.
• Enhances energy, strength and vigour.
• Helps keep blood pressure normal
• Reduces stress and tension
• Creates a state of deep relaxation and general feeling of wellbeing
• Increases resistance and  strengthens the mind
• Helps reduce heart disease
• Better relationships
• Control Your Own Thoughts