United Nations holds first World Meditation Day |20 December 2025
Raj Yoga Meditation Centre Hermitage Seychelles is inviting members of the public to become part of the historic United Nation’s first World Meditation Day, which will be celebrated on Sunday December 21, 2025.
Whether you are a beginner or looking to enhance your spiritual experiences, the centre’s personnel will guide you step by step to explore the profound benefits of meditation and reconnect with the tranquility within the self. Do take the opportunity to pause, breathe or empower your inner world. Join millions of other practitioners globally and help spread a powerful wave of peace, harmony, healing and hope for everyone everywhere.
What is meditation you may ask?
Meditation is the practice of cultivating tranquility and inner calm, observing your thoughts without attachment or judgment to heighten awareness. Through meditation you create a space between your thoughts and your awareness, allowing the mind to naturally settle into stillness while fostering a state of relaxation, which reduces mental noise so that you can experience a profound sense of peace and clarity.
What benefits can you get from meditation?
Meditation offers a wealth of benefits that extend beyond mental health, positively influencing physical and emotional well-being. Let’s explore some of the transformative effects of regular meditation practice.
One of the most well-known benefits of meditation is its ability to reduce stress. Meditation trains the mind to sustain attention on a single point of focus, such as the breath or a mantra. It helps to improve concentration and focus. Regular meditation fosters a more positive outlook on life. It enhances emotional well-being. It benefits the body as well. Studies show that it can lower blood pressure, boost the immune system, and improve overall physical health
Meditation helps calm the mind, making it easier to fall asleep and enjoy restorative rest. It is a powerful tool for enhancing mental health. It provides a safe space to process emotions, reduce stress, and develop mindfulness. Studies, such as one published in JAMA Internal Medicine, demonstrate that mindfulness meditation programmes can significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.
Meditation encourages self-reflection, helping you understand your thought patterns and emotional triggers. This awareness promotes personal growth and allows you to respond to life’s challenges with greater clarity. By practicing meditation, individuals can develop better control over their emotions. Instead of reacting impulsively, meditation fosters a more measured and thoughtful response, contributing to healthier relationships and decision-making.
When can you meditate?
Anytime. In the middle of work, walking, travelling, or pausing between tasks – take a moment to come back to your inner stillness.
Meditation is a gift we can give ourselves – a practice that reconnects us with our true nature and brings peace to our busy lives. As we celebrate World Meditation Day on December 21, 2025, let us honour the stillness within and embrace the profound benefits of this timeless practice.
You can use World Meditation Day as a starting point to develop a consistent meditation practice. Begin with short sessions and gradually increase the duration as you become more comfortable. Let the power of meditation guide you toward a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
You can call this number to know more about meditation: Telephone: 2534314 or visit the Raj Yoga meditation Centre at Hermitage, Mont Fleuri.
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