![]() The control group (non-practitioners) between ages 50-60 spent less than half the time in Slow Wave Sleep when compared to their meditating counterparts. But in these studies, it was found that mindfulness practitioners between the ages of 50-60 spent nearly the same amount of time in deep and delta wave sleep as non-practitioners between ages 30-39. ![]() Meditation has a positive effect on deep sleep for all age groups.Īs we get older, the amount of time we spend in deep sleep decreases due to natural biological processes. These replicated studies have shown that practitioners experience greatly enhanced states of Slow Wave Sleep (Deep/Quiet Sleep) in comparison to non-meditating control groups. Multiple studies over the last several years have measured brain activity during sleep cycles with mindfulness meditation practitioners vs. Through neuroimaging studies and research measuring hormone and autonomic activity, we are seeing why meditation leads to reduced anxiety, increased peace, and more regular sleep cycles. We say it all the time here at MM: “The mind-body connection is alive and well.” While my own anecdotal experience has been that meditation feeds into deep, restful sleep, scientific observation leads to measurable physiological data that backs it up. It has also gifted me many, much needed restful nights. While those have increased for me in the past year, using meditation as a bedrock has allowed me to stay anchored in the moment with less anxiety. The typical stressors of family, relationships, and work can often distract us and cause restless nights. Over the past several years as I’ve deepened in meditation practice, I’ve noticed my overall anxiety levels drop dramatically even in the midst of life’s stressful events. Next to a good workout (or love making), you can’t beat it for quality rest. 3 shares Just saying the words “deep sleep meditation” feels relaxing.
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