Take an inward journey for a happier, healthier life Meditation has been used for centuries to reduce stress, increase energy, and enhance overall health and well-being so it's no wonder more and more people in today's fast-paced and stress-centric world are adopting this age-old practice.

This new edition will present the latest research on the health benefits of meditation, along with new advice on how to get the most out of meditation in today's fast-paced world. Updates include: * The latest research on the causes of happiness and how meditation can improve mood. * A new chapter on the growing trend of meditation in the workplace. * How meditation and other mindfulness practices have made their way into hospitals, schools, prisons, and military groups. * Increasing practice of mindfulness meditation--an activity where you make time deliberately and consciously for cultivating mindfulness. Beyond the book: The updated multimedia component for the 4th Edition will be hosted at Dummies.com and will feature companion guided meditations and music that will help readers master the concepts and techniques covered in the book including mediation in the workplace.