Meditation Defined

The Mayo-Clinic states that meditation is a type of mind-body complementary medicine. Our minds are usually filled with thoughts of experiences in the past, or our worries and anxieties about the future - all of which can increase our stress. Meditation is a very natural way of releasing stress and bringing the mind to the present moment.

Benefits of Meditation

Benefits of meditation include improved clarity of mind, increased focus and concentration, enhanced physical and emotional well-being and increased energy to meet your goals.

Where To Go On Campus

• Campus Ministry - Interfaith Meditation Space, AMU 233: The Interfaith Meditation Space is open daily for individual prayer and meditation. The room is accessible during the regular building hours of the Alumni Memorial Union: Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 11:45 p.m., and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. The room may also be reserved for groups for one-time or regular spiritual reflection and ritual. Contact Campus Ministry to learn more. Stop by AMU 236 or call (414) 288-6873.

• Marquette Wellness - Mindfulness Meditation Classes: Marquette Wellness offers free Mindfulness Meditation sessions. Three, 8-week sessions are offered throughout the year and classes take place in the Interfaith Meditation Space in AMU 233

Additional Mindful Resources 

• Examen

• Center for Healthy Minds

• Insight Timer

• Calm
• Pray as you go