The Impact of Sleep on the Effectiveness of Meditation and Contemplative Prayer
The Impact of Sleep on the Effectiveness of Meditation and Contemplative Prayer

Summary/Abstract: Meditation and contemplative prayer have been shown to calm the brain, improve health and relaxation, increase cognitive ability and concentration, etc. In this paper we would like to present the reverse process, namely the effects of a rested brain on the practice of meditation and contemplative prayer. Based on a survey (interviews) of people who regularly meditate and practice contemplative prayer, we will show whether rest, sleep quality, and time spent practicing contemplative prayer or meditation have an impact on the results that these two activities bring. Finally, we will show whether the relationship between rest and contemplative prayer or meditation is a one-way or two-way process.

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