The Interrelated Physiological and Psychological Effects of EcoMeditation.
J Evid Based Integr Med January 1, 2018 DOI: 10.1177/2515690x18759626 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractEcoMeditation, a brief practice combining breathwork, mindfulness, and emotional regulation techniques, produces interrelated physiological and psychological benefits. Practitioners show reduced cortisol levels, increased heart rate variability, and lower self-reported stress and anxiety. The effects appear to reinforce each other, suggesting that the practice's simultaneous impact on body and mind creates a positive feedback loop. The authors conclude that EcoMeditation offers an accessible, low-cost intervention for stress reduction.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | EcoMeditation |
| Key finding | EcoMeditation reduces cortisol and stress while increasing heart rate variability and emotional well-being through interrelated physiological and psychological mechanisms. |
Abstract
The Interrelated Physiological and Psychological Effects of EcoMeditation.