Service Description

Learn what meditation is, what it isn't, how to do it and develop your practice. The greatest misunderstanding about meditation and the reason why so many people either don’t start, or give up on it and never fully develop the benefits of the practice of meditation is the misconception that you need to clear or empty your mind of all thoughts. Meditation is not about clearing the mind; it is simply about being in a relaxed state in which the mind is free of scattered thoughts or over-thinking. Psychology, neuroscience and medical research on the topics of meditation and mindfulness has been increasing exponentially over the past 25 years. Science has proven that meditative brainwave frequencies stimulate the relaxation response. The Harvard Medical School has been one of the pioneers in scientific studies of the benefits and healing impact of meditation. What they have discovered is that relaxation changes the chemistry of our body, balancing the body to its natural state, the key state for healing on all levels - mental, emotional, physical & spiritual. Meditation is just like exercise, but it’s a form of mental exercise. And just as exercise increases health, helps us handle stress better and promotes longevity, meditation provides those same benefits. Meditating is deeply restorative for the mind, body and spirit. Scientifically proven benefits of meditation include: • Reduces stress • Improves sleep • Improves focus and concentration • Improves memory • Improves the function of the brains decision making centres • Helps control mood • Helps reduce anxiety • Helps manage depression • Helps regulate blood pressure • Enhances the immune system • Helps with pain management • Promotes emotional health • Increases your sense of wellbeing You will learn: • The science behind the benefits of meditation • How our thoughts affect us physiologically • Meditative breathing techniques • How anchor your focus to remain in the meditative state • How to quieten the mind from scattered thoughts and over-thinking • How to handle distractions • How to be in a place of inner peace amongst the noisy confusion of life "Peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart. Peace is not found elsewhere, it comes from within." For online appointments you will be sent a link and passcode to enter the virtual clinic via your PC, laptop, tablet or mobil

Cancellation Policy

Please contact us 24 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule your appointment. If you cancel within 24 hours of your appointment the fee cannot be refunded. If you have booked onto a course at The Synergy Centre and cancel part way through the course the fee is not refundable.

Contact Details

• The Synergy Centre, James Street, Whangarei, New Zealand