Meditation: books, studies and videos

Pause, breathe, become

A shelf for the curious mind: Patriji’s book picks, scientific studies on meditation, and videos that explain the practice.

The case for meditation

“Meditation brings wisdom; lack of meditation leaves ignorance.”

Patriji’s reading list

Explore the world of books

Explore a handpicked reading list curated by Patriji: powerful authors and books that support meditation, self-awareness and spiritual evolution. Use the button to view the complete recommended list and choose your next inspiring read.

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Articles

Meditation scientific study

  • A man meditating cross-legged on a mossy rock in a sunlit forest, eyes closed, surrounded by glowing icons for the heart, brain, sleep, lungs and digestion

    Scientific validation

    Recent studies support meditation’s effectiveness in enhancing mental health and reducing blood pressure, insomnia, acute respiratory illness, irritable bowel syndrome and more.

  • A smiling woman in an orange sari, hands pressed together, talking with three people seated on wooden benches in a tropical garden

    Emotional well-being

    Regular meditation practice enhances emotional well-being, helping to manage anxiety, depression and various medical conditions.

  • A laughing woman in orange robes standing with her hands pressed together on a mossy rock in a tropical forest

    Physical benefits

    Engaging in meditation can boost immune function, enhance focus and mental clarity, and improve overall health.

  • A woman resting in a hammock beside a forest stream, smiling with her eyes closed

    Stress reduction

    Meditation serves as an effective tool for quickly alleviating stress, promoting relaxation, calmness and inner peace.

  • A hospital patient laughing with a nurse and two doctors as she holds a get-well card

    Disease management

    Meditation may play a role in managing chronic diseases and various medical conditions.

  • A woman meditating on a mossy rock in a misty green forest

    Simple meditation technique

    Patriji’s easy breath anapasati meditation technique can be adopted to reduce stress quickly and bring a deeper sense of peace.

Studies, articles and videos

Meditation facts

Meditation is a practical way to train the mind to return to the present moment, even when life feels busy or overwhelming. Come, take a calm pause, and explore simple meditation facts that can inspire your daily practice and inner peace.

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  1. APA (opens in a new tab)

    American Psychological Association research explaining the benefits of meditation.

  2. NIH (opens in a new tab)

    National Library of Medicine research on meditation and its effect on the immunologic system.

  3. NCCIH (opens in a new tab)

    National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health research on the health benefits of meditation.

  4. Harvard (opens in a new tab)

    Harvard research on meditation’s benefits for both physical and mental health, including the cure of various other diseases.

  5. MIT (opens in a new tab)

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology neuroscientists explain how meditation relieves chronic pain.

  6. Columbia (opens in a new tab)

    Columbia University explains how meditation can help focus and reduce stress, anxiety and depression.

  7. Wisconsin (opens in a new tab)

    University of Wisconsin details how meditation produces positive changes in the brain.

  8. Carnegie (opens in a new tab)

    Carnegie Mellon University: neurobiological changes explain how mindfulness meditation improved overall health.

  9. Mayo Clinic Berkeley (opens in a new tab)

    Article: meditation explained as a simple, fast way to reduce stress.

  10. AAAS (opens in a new tab)

    American Association for the Advancement of Science: meditation improves cognition and higher IQs.

  11. Joe Dispenza (opens in a new tab)

    Dr. Joe Dispenza: a breakthrough in scientific research on how meditation impacts immunity.

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