Research Indicates That Meditation Is

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Multiple Choice

Research indicates that meditation is

• A) an entirely unique state of consciousness.
• B) identical to the hypnotic state.
• C) a state of relaxation.
• D) the same as stage 4 sleep.

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Definitions:

Willpower

The ability to control impulses and make decisions that align with personal goals and societal norms.

Self-Control

The faculty to command one's emotional experiences, thought patterns, and deeds in scenarios involving enticements and impetuous impulses.

Oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter involved in childbirth and breastfeeding, also associated with empathy, trust, sexual activity, and relationship-building.

Stress-Moderating Hormone

A hormone that helps regulate the body’s response to stress, such as cortisol, which plays a role in the body’s "fight or flight" response.