The meditating brain Scientists in a number of countries are exploring how the brain meditates and conveys a relaxation response to the body. The picture is still fragment
Principles of yoga practice There is no competition in yoga. The underlying principle is a free mental attitude. Each person starts from where he or she is, takes the time requir
Introduction Acem was founded by Are Holen on January 27th, 1966. It startet with seven students at the University of Oslo. Within ten years, the organization had
Chapter 1: Active Relaxation Measurable results include thorough relaxation and the processing of emotions and memories. Experience suggests that this may help the meditator work
Year by year 1966-2016 Before 1966The founder of Acem, Are Holen (born 1945), started practicing yoga when he was 16 years old. Soon, he also developed an interest in medita
Chapter 8: Acem Meditation in the workplace These included reduced muscular pain, reduced sleep problems, fewer worries, and less nervousness and mental distress. Stress reduction made it easier
Chapter 6: Less stress-more energy Several studies indicate that nondirective meditation increases energy by reducing pain and worries associated with the normal stresses of everyday li
What is yoga? The word “yoga” has several interconnected meanings. Primarily, yoga is a classical Indian philosophical system. It also denotes a number of methods a
The financial basis How Acem was able to financially sustain its expansionAt the time of its 50th anniversary, Acem had become an international organization with activiti
Meditation: A scientific perspective These techniques are distinguished from each other by the type of attention addressed to the meditation object or vehicle. In some techniques, attenti