“You will learn that evoking the Relaxation Response is extremely simple if you follow a very short set of instructions which incorporate four essential elements: (1) a quiet environment; (2) a mental device such as a word or a phrase… — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
“kneeling, swaying, or sitting in a cross-legged position are believed to have evolved to prevent falling asleep. You should be comfortable and relaxed.” — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
If you are anxious, you can't learn. It's like dropping seeds on concrete. With a quiet mind, people take things in. — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
“sound or word; of course, your eyes are open if you are gazing. Attention to the normal rhythm of breathing is also useful and… — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
The relaxation response is a physical state of deep rest that changes the physical and emotional responses to stress... and the opposite of the… — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
The mind and body communicate constantly. What the mind thinks, perceives, and experiences is sent from our brain to the rest of the body. — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
“(1) A Quiet Environment Ideally, you should choose a quiet, calm environment with as few distractions as possible. A quiet room is suitable, as… — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
Stress does not cause pain, but it can exacerbate it and make it worse. Much of chronic pain is 'remembered' pain. It's the constant… — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
There's something called the physiology of forgiveness. Being unable to forgive other people's faults is harmful to one's health. — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
“(1) A Quiet Environment Ideally, you should choose a quiet, calm environment with as few distractions as possible. A quiet room is suitable, as… — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
“One way to know whether hibernation is occurring is to measure the body’s rectal temperature. During hibernation this temperature decreases. Meditators, it appears, do… — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
We can either change the complexities of life ... or develop ways that enable us to cope more effectively. — Herbert Benson Copy Share Image
