When is the best time to meditate for anxiety

When is the best time of day to meditate? According to two experts, the answer depends on what you hope to get out of it.

Research has shown that meditation has many mental and physical health benefits.

Among other things, it may help reduce stress, enhance concentration, improve sleep, manage pain, and lower blood pressure. Daily meditation practice is ideal for reaping these rewards.

How long to meditate

In addition, brief mini-meditations can be done as needed throughout the day whenever you want to calm your mind and relax your body.

Recently, I had the opportunity to ask two experts for their advice about when to meditate—and when not to.

They agreed that the best time varies from person to person, depending on schedule and needs. But below are their recommendations for some good times to consider.

First thing in the morning
Recommended for: daily meditation practice
Laura Maciuika, EdD, a clinical psychologist and author of Conscious Calm: Keys to Freedom from Stress and Worry: Your routine first thing in the morning sets the tone for the entire day.

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