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Meditation in Frederick, Part 1

Part 1 of 3 in Meditation Series

By Ryan Diener, L.Ac., Dipl. CH, MSOM, Holistic Health Associates

acupuncture, frederick, md, longevity

Meditation has been around for thousands of years, mainly as a religious or spiritual practice. Additionally it is used to produce a deep state of relaxation, a calm mind and emotional stability.

Anyone can practice meditation. It’s simple and very inexpensive! In it’s simplest form, meditation allows one to reduce information overload which helps gain new insights and ways of dealing with stress. In it’s most profound form, meditation is an awakening to the timelessness and connection of Universal life that gives us a sense of who we are at the deepest level.

Every religion in history has a form of meditation as a core component of spiritual practice, many of which are not discussed at length until one chooses to become deeply committed.

Here are some simple ways to practice meditation:
  • Breathe deeply
  • Focus attention on your body and imagine breathing relaxation into it
  • Repeat a mantra
  • Combine a walk with meditation
  • Engage in prayer
  • Read or listen and take time to reflect
  • Focus your love and gratitude
  • Close your eyes and use your imagination to guide you into relaxation

It is important to look for small breakthroughs rather than immediate bliss. True meditation takes practice and commitment, which over time will open up a deeper connection to oneself than ever before experienced. It is common for the mind to wander, so in the beginning, one can use the breath as a focal point. When the mind wanders, refocus on nothing but the smooth, slow inhalation and exhalation of the breath. One should experiment with different types of meditation to find the style that matches one’s current level of commitment. There’s no right or wrong way to meditate, but there is a difference between meditation and relaxation which we will explore in the next newsletter. What really matters is that you just do it!

Some scientific research shows that meditation may help:
  • Allergies
  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Cancer
  • Chronic pain
  • Depression
  • High blood pressure
  • Heart disease
Meditation is not a replacement for traditional medical treatment. Be sure to talk to your health care professional about its pros and cons.

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Source: Mayo Clinic



Ryan Diener is an acupuncturist and herbalist who became cofounder and Director of Holistic Health Associates in downtown Frederick. Ryan enjoys teaching, counseling and working with his patients to improve their mental and physical wellbeing, and engaging them to live up to their highest potentials. He may be contacted at Acupuncture Frederick MD or (301) 6201414.