up:: [[Mental Health MOC]] tags:: #on/health/mental #note/develop # Meditation > Meditation can be defined as the intentional focusing of the mind on a particular object, activity, or thought with the goal of achieving a state of calm and inner clarity. Meditation is a transformative practice with origins rooted in Eastern philosophy and spirituality, meditation has become increasingly popular in Western cultures as a tool for stress reduction, self-awareness, and personal growth. Scientific research has found numerous benefits associated with regular meditation practice, such as reduced anxiety, improved immune function, enhanced focus and concentration, and increased feelings of happiness and well-being. ## Wim Hof Method Also referred to as the "Mindset" or "Commitment" pillar of the [[Wim Hof Method]]. The breathing protocols and ice baths of the heighten your awareness of physical processes happening inside your body. With practice one can learn to influence their own physiology by the mind alone. See [[WHM Science#Mind Over Matter (2018)]].