Meditation is an ancient practice that is being done ever since ages. Previously meditation was practiced for attaining salvation or to help human beings deepen their understanding of the sacred and mystical forces in life. As the times changed people now practice meditation for relaxation and stress relief.

Important thing is, the practice is still existent unlike many other ancient cultures. Am I right? Meditation is slowly gaining its popularity among many people as they discover the many benefits that follow as an outcome to it.

Let's find out why meditation should not go out of practice and how it can be done. Before we go to the how part of the question. Let's see why we should even practice Meditation on a daily basis.

Meditation on a daily basis can bring a huge number of benefits both for Physical Well- being as well as mental well-being.It has many benefits that are scientifically proven. Even till date there are undiscovered benefits of Meditation. Meditation can help you keep the worries and stress in your life aside for a time being. Meditation can help to reduce stress, The chemicals that are released when a person is under stress can cause disrupted sleep, promote levels of depression, and increase anxiety.

With prolonged stress levels it could also lead to fatigue and cloudy thinking. Meditating can help to bring your stress levels followed by decreasing other side effects that are followed with stress.

Meditation can also help one to improve self-image and build self- confidence. It also helps one to trust in themselves better and achieve a positive outcome in life.

It also helps you to improve your concentration. For students meditation can show great benefits. Meditation can help you think better and make better decisions. The perspective and way that you currently think will be changed and you can see yourself to turn into a better person.

Now lets see how to perform a good meditation practice.

1.Find a quiet and peaceful well lit place with a good vibe. Your room or the balcony at your house can be a great place to start.

2.Spread a mat on the floor and be seated in a comfortable posture with your legs crossed. You could also lean onto a wall for support in the beginning.

3. Set up your mood and a timer if necessary, playing soft music could also gt you into the vibe.

4. Close your eyes and focus on your breath. Be well aware of your inhalation and exhalation.

5.  Feel your body become lighter with every inhalation and exhalation. Focus on the point between your eyebrows.

6. Tell your mind intentionally to not wander to different other places. It is absolutely okay for your mind to wander. Return your attention to your breath when you realize you are wandering.

7. When you are ready and feel fulfilled. Slowly rub your hands together to create warmth and place them on your eyes.

8. Now slowly open your eyes. Take a moment to get back and notice your surroundings.

Yes! It is that simple. You could do this anywhere and at any time. There is no fixed time and place that you have to do it. You could be sitting at home, your college, workplace, a park or any place you name. And see the benefits that it results from practicing daily.