I’ve done box-breathing before presentations for work/school, but wonder what other methods are out there to clear your mind and relax.

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    Okay, I have to ask, what adverse effects can be caused by meditation? It seems so harmless?

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      Some people experience anxiety, pain, and psychosis, sometimes for long durations. If you want to dig deeper into this, do a web search for “meditation adverse effects” and you’ll find a good bit of peer reviewed work in good quality journals.

      I love meditation and it’s a major help in my life, but I can’t go around telling everyone it’s for them, because data suggests it’s definitely not for everyone! It seems to help most people though. Everyone’s gotta know for themselves.