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The Benefits of Meditation When You’re Sick or in Pain

By Ephrat Livni — 2019

People are forever extolling the virtues of meditation, but who wants to focus on their breath or body when they’ve got a runny nose or aching bones? Even those who are sold on the mindfulness practice might be inclined to skip sessions when feeling under the weather. However, that would be a mistake.

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