Abstract
Controlled mind is like friend, while uncontrolled a worst enemy. Meditation, a practical tool to get enlightenment; gain insight and develop compassion, empathy and perception, wisdom; well-being. The real purpose of meditation is transforming one’s mental and physical health in to more improved and healthy state. It is not to get stuck as thinking continuously, about one object of thought, but revealing the true nature of that object (as a feeling) upon which we meditate. Meditation is a process of in which person evolve from thinking to feeling. Meditation is less about faith, eliminating the continuous flow of confused thoughts and more about altering consciousness, achieving peace, calm and inner harmony. Meditation techniques encourages heightened state of awareness and focused attention and physical, psychological (emotional) well-being. These days, meditation is commonly used for deep state of relaxation, stress reduction and a tranquil mind. The religious meditation practice, Buddhism, actually dates back thousands of years. It’s taught and practiced in different cultures all over the world. Meditation originally was meant to help deepen understanding of the sacred and mystical forces of life. Meditation has grown in popularity in the western world from 20th century. Meditation helps us to live fuller and happier lives. Western world has identified and recognized the importance of meditation and put it in to mainstream business. In this research paper, the research scholar wants to understand the variants of meditation practices across religions and their methods and the mental and physical health benefits for the individual to maintain the work-life balance in the present global competition.
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