Meditation
Meditation is a mind and body process that uses concentration or reflection to relax the body and calm the mind in order to create a sense of well being.
Self-directed meditation is done by selecting a quiet place free from noise and distraction, sitting or resting quietly with eyes closed (usually on a floor), and trying to achieve a feeling of peace through meditation. By concentrating on and listening to deep breathing, a pleasant thought or chanting a relaxed yet alert state can be attained through meditation. 
It is claimed that regular meditation can increase longevity and quality of life; and reduce many ill health symtoms brought on by stress. Practitioners also claim meditation improves mood, health, and enhances fertility.
There are various types of meditation - prayer is probably the best known, but there is also TM (Transcendental Meditation), mindfulness meditation, and from the Eastern tradition, Zen meditation, Buddhist meditation, and Taoist meditation.
There are some great websites relating to meditation and a few are listed below.
Insight Meditation
Transcendental Meditation
The Meditation Site
Virtual Meditation Room
Meditation Quotations
Learning Meditation
Meditation Station
Holistic Online
InnerSelf
Online Meditation Centre
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