In today's hectic times, it's more important than ever to learn to slow down, relax and be calm. Whether part of religious habit or just part of a daily routine, meditation can help slow the today's frenzied pace and improve feelings of good health, peace and control. In The Complete Idiot's Guide(R) to Meditation, Second Edition, the authors explain how easy it is to enjoy the benefits of meditation including: simple stress-reduction techniques that make learning to meditate easier; incorporating meditation into day-to-day situations; common misconceptions about meditating; and special techniques from Zen to guided imagery to mindfulness meditation.

About the Author

Joan Budilovsky received her Hatha Yoga Teacher's Certification in 1994 from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago. She is a nationall certified massage therapist in the US, and an active member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.EveAdamson is a freelance writer, student of meditation and co-author of many Complete Idiot's Guides including The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yoga, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Massage and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Zen Living