Stop the mind chatter - tips for stress management and happiness

There are many schools of thought on the proper way to meditate. There is no right or wrong way to approach meditation. For those that lead hectic lives, multi-tasking at work and keeping up with the demands of raising a family, stress will inevitably pile up. Stress management is just as important as breathing and everyone knows you can't go very long without oxygen. Stress affects your health and happiness in many ways. Research study shows meditators are calmer and happier. The benefits of meditation may help with the following conditions: high blood pressure, depression, insomnia, asthma, anxiety and fatigue. Meditation may also help reduce negative emotions, focus on the present, increase self-awareness and build skills to manage stress. READ MORE (20 x 24 oil painting -"Emotions" by Jenn Royster")