The benefits of meditation may not be immediately apparent but will manifest over time from "summary" of 10% Happier 10th Anniversary by Dan Harris
Meditation is not a quick fix. It’s not a magic pill. It’s more like a long-term investment in your own well-being. When you start meditating, you may not notice any immediate changes. You may even wonder if it’s doing anything at all. But over time, the benefits will begin to show themselves. It’s a slow process, like watching a seed grow into a tree. Just as you can’t see a plant growing in real-time, you may not see the changes happening within you as you meditate. But if you stick with it, you will start to notice a difference. Maybe you’ll find that you’re less reactive in stressful situations. Or perhaps you’ll feel more at peace with yourself and the world around you. These changes may be subtle at first, but they will become more pronounced as you continue to practice. Meditation is like exercise for your mind. Just as you wouldn’t expect to see immediate results after one workout, you shouldn’t expect instant t...
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