Integrate meditation into your busy life - Ann Swanson

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I've always wanted to try out meditation, but have always found I get easily distracted. Or my mind wanders constantly like a ping pong ball bouncing around. But then I came across a book that makes meditation accessible to anyone.

In this episode, I got to speak to Ann Swanson, MS, C-IAYT, LMT who is the author of Meditation for the Real World. We explored the benefits and practical applications of meditation, particularly for individuals with busy, technology-driven lifestyles. Ann shares her journey from anxiety to discovering yoga and meditation in Hawaii, emphasising the science of meditation.

Link to the book Meditation for the Real World: https://www.annswansonwellness.com/meditation-for-the-real-world

We discuss the impact of meditation on mental and physical health, supported by scientific research and personal anecdotes. Ann gives tips on how we can integrate short, mindful practices and breathing exercises into daily routines to enhance focus, mental clarity, and overall well-being, offering accessible strategies for tech professionals and others to incorporate meditation into their lives for improved focus, creativity, and stress management.

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Ann Swanson

Ann Swanson teaches meditation to busy people with busy minds. She is the author of the bestselling book SCIENCE OF YOGA , which has been translated into over 15 languages. Her new book, Meditation for the Real World , illuminates the fascinating science behind meditation with step-by-step practices to help you find peace in everyday life. However, Ann wasn’t a naturally “chill person,” and meditation didn’t come easy to her. Overcoming chronic pain and anxiety led her to India to study yoga, to China to explore tai chi, into the cadaver lab to teach anatomy, to night school to become a licensed massage therapist, and, ultimately, to earn a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy. Ann blends cutting-edge research with ancient wisdom, resulting in realistic techniques you won’t just learn – you’ll love to live by!

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