as in contemplation
long or deep thinking about spiritual matters
the busy executive devotes an hour a day to quiet meditation
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Recent Examples of meditation
Buddhaghosa provides instructions for how to practice loving-kindness meditation.
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Jeremy David Engels, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2025
Yoga Yoga is an ancient Indian practice that combines meditation, asanas (yoga poses), philosophy, and mindfulness.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
Activities such as yoga, guided meditation and time in nature provide physical and mental rejuvenation.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques, such as meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2025
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Jeremy David Engels, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2025
Yoga Yoga is an ancient Indian practice that combines meditation, asanas (yoga poses), philosophy, and mindfulness.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
Activities such as yoga, guided meditation and time in nature provide physical and mental rejuvenation.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques, such as meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2025
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“Meditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meditation. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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