According to rough statistics, approximately one-third of the Indian adult population suffers from sleep related disorders and insomnia. While this statistic is indeed alarming, it is not surprising. Given how fast paced our lives have become, the poor lifestyle the majority of us lead and how stressed we are, it is bound to take a toll on our sleep as well. Popping sleeping pills is not the solution; for a permanent cure, without any kind of dependence on external substances, one can rely on the techniques of Preksha Meditation.
In Preksha Meditation, the core principle for treating any disorder is to treat it as having a psychosomatic origin. That is, the root cause lies within us and if the treatment is begun with a holistic approach, whereby the mental, emotional, and physical aspects of the treatment are taken into account, a complete resolution can be found. Insomnia and sleep disorders too are treated in a similar manner in Preksha Meditation.
Among the underlying causes of insomnia and other sleep disorders are identified stress, lack of physical activity and a sedentary lifestyle, too much time spent on electronic gadgets, and other mental health disorders such as stress, depression and anxiety. The rapid occurrence of thoughts, agitation, and other aggravated emotional incidents affect the sleep.
Mindful meditation can serve significant benefits to such persons suffering from sleep disorders. In Preksha Meditation, the stream of thoughts is halted, and a positive transformation is brought about in the individual at the level of the emotions. This in turn leads to a transformation at the hormonal level and causes the mind and body to become relaxed. The major practices of Preksha Meditation such as Kayotsarga, Antaryatra, Leshya Dhyaan and mantra chanting, among others are directed to help the individual attain peace of mind and make use of the benefits of meditation for sleep.
In Preksha Meditation, emphasis is also laid on overall lifestyle change to reverse sleep disorders. Through a combination of diet and nutrition changes, yogasanas and pranayama as well as Naturopathy, an individualized course of treatment is prescribed for persons suffering from sleep disorders.
For drugless treatment of insomnia and sleep disorders, attend the Preksha Meditation health camps at Adhyatm Sadhna Kendra. With the guidance of trained instructors, avail the holistic benefits of meditation for better sleep and relief from insomnia and other sleep disorders.
