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Loving-Kindness (Metta) Meditation and its Positive Impact on Health & Well-being

Loving-Kindness (Metta) Meditation and its Positive Impact on Health & Well-being

Loving-Kindness or Metta Meditation is a practice derived from the Buddhist tradition of sending loving-kindness to yourself and others that has many proven health benefits. It is the first of the four brahmavihara, or “divine abodes,” the four qualities of the open heart, as it is the expression of a basic warmth, good will and kindness. Although the intention of this exercise is to foster an enhanced sense of embodied kindness and compassion, it has a surprising amount of other physical, emotional, and social health benefits. You can practice it in just 5-10 minutes. Read more about the positive health benefits and how to practice…