I believe that reading and writing are the most nourishing forms of meditation anyone has so far found. By reading the writings of the most interesting minds in history, we meditate with our own minds and theirs as well. This to me is a miracle.

Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
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The quote above was said by William James, the American psychologist and philosopher. He was one of the founders of modern American psychology. He believed that meditation is very important in our daily lives. He added that meditation is not only based on religious beliefs but it has scientific evidence behind it. Meditation will help us to understand how to live a better life and be more successful in all aspects of our person.

Source: Palm Sunday: An Autobiographical Collage

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