In the 23rd episode of "A Curious Couple," hosts Angie and Aaron delve into the transformative practice of meditation. This episode unpacks the ancient and modern wisdom surrounding meditation, its historical roots, scientific benefits, and practical techniques to incorporate it into daily life. Drawing on insights from experts like Robert Wright and Joe Dispenza, they explain how meditation enhances mental clarity, emotional stability, and physical health. Meditation can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, lower blood pressure, improve immune function, and even promote neuroplasticity. Despite its benefits, meditation can present challenges such as a wandering mind, physical discomfort, and impatience. The hosts offer practical advice on overcoming these barriers, recommending starting with small, manageable sessions, creating a routine, and employing techniques like mindfulness meditation, mantra repetition, and guided sessions. The episode concludes with a practical guide on how to meditate, encouraging listeners to begin their journey with short, daily practices and gradually increase their duration. Angie and Aaron stress the importance of kindness and patience with oneself, acknowledging that the path to mastering meditation is a personal and evolving journey. Episode 23 Challenge - start a simple meditation practice that works for you.  References  Why Buddhism is True - By: Robert Wright https://amzn.to/3zDAzPn  You are the Placebo -Dr. Joe Dispenza https://amzn.to/4f2yuMX Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon - By: Dr Joe Dispenza https://amzn.to/3zCkUQd  Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself - By: Joe Dispenza https://amzn.to/3xRewUQ  The Gateway Experience https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/docs/CIA-RDP96-00788R001700210016-5.pdf