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Meditation is the direct means of eradicating the very cause of the majority of diseases, both mental and physical.
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
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What this quote means

Meditation helps to eliminate the root causes of many diseases, both mental and physical.

The quote emphasizes the significant role of meditation in addressing the fundamental issues that lead to illness. By promoting mental clarity and emotional stability, meditation can contribute to better overall health, suggesting that many diseases can be prevented or alleviated through this practice.

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MeditationHealthWellnessMental HealthPhysical Health

In practice

Example use cases

Using this quote in a wellness seminar to encourage meditation as a tool for health.

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