This is the stage when an individual can review capabilities without consideration of performance, pressures, ego or limitations. The benefits of meditation range from the physical to psychological. These include reduced heart rate and oxygen consumption, and lowered breathing rate and blood pressure. Dr. Peggy Latare, a practicing family physician at the Kaiser Clinic in Kailua, says she believes in the positive effects of meditation. Staackmann said the overall goal is transformation that helps individuals improve themselves, better their quality of life and make use of their full potential.
Serious meditation is hard work but a few minutes a day can be beneficial.
Remaining calm and focused under all circumstances results in the ability to overcome fears, worries and anger. Seeking peace Milton and Gloria Staackmann run an Ananda Hawaii meditation session in their home 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Gloria claims that meditation is a support system that enriches her life. To participate call 956-6349. 956-6349 Click for online calendars and events.