FARGO - Meditation means different things to different people. It helps Sarah Gebeke of Fargo relax and gain mental clarity. James Walsh of Fargo uses it to help him communicate more effectively.

There’s no doubt about the potential benefits of meditation. The practice has been cited as a worthwhile activity for lessening stress, boosting mental clarity and even alleviating chronic pain.

Some meditation buffs bill the practice as a panacea. Mindfulness fans swear that, with meditation, depression and anxiety will dissipate, period cramps will be gone, and chronic pain will ease. We’re ...

We live in a time where the mind is never offline. Even in moments of rest, our thoughts are interrupted by notifications, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. author of Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World: A Guide to Balance. Meditation at work for a few minutes during the workday can ...

I’m sure you’ve heard about the benefits of meditation and probably had someone suggest you try it. Meditation is touted to help relieve stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as improve attention, ...

This post is part two of a series. In our previous post, “3 Steps to Develop and Deepen Your Meditation Practice,” we explored how to clarify your meditation goals, establish a routine, and create a ...

Americans are soothing their senses and quieting their minds like never before. The percentage of adults in the country who practice meditation increased from 4.1 percent in 2012 to 14.2 percent of ...

Mental resilience is crucial in today's fast-paced world and meditation is presented as a powerful tool to achieve it. Read on as doctor highlights how practices like mindfulness, Metta, body scans ...

Many people today say they meditate, yet their minds remain restless. They sit cross-legged, close their eyes, breathe deeply ...

Life's challenges can make it difficult to stay positive and trusting. We may get angry and frustrated when our free time is infringed upon, we have a dreaded workday scheduled, or things just don't ...