#65 'Meditation for The Real World' An interview with Ann Swanson

We're thrilled to showcase Ann Swanson, a distinguished author renowned for her unique approach to meditation. Her books, Meditation for the Real World and Science of Yoga , blend the realms of neuroscience and meditation, offering a fresh and compelling perspective on the profound benefits of this ancient practice.

In our conversation, Ann delves into the tangible benefits of meditation. She reveals how this practice not only preserves grey matter and enhances brain function but also slows down the ageing process.

Moreover, she sheds light on how meditation can significantly improve memory, concentration, mental health, and stress management.

Meditation has also proven beneficial for heart health, lowering blood pressure and decreasing the risk of heart disease. Ann discusses how meditation changes brain waves and triggers the release of endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin, which aid in stress management.

Ann leads us in a one-minute guided meditation, providing a practical experience of its calming effects.

I offered a different perspective, suggesting that mind chatter might be external, influenced by beings feeding on our self-deprecating thoughts.

We also discussed the benefits of grounding, and Ann shared a lovely meditation technique to help with sleep. Additionally, she reveals new research explaining why our joints pop.

Don’t miss this interesting and insightful interview!