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*meditation*-- has anyone with autism found meditation to be of benefit

aidie

A few months before my diagnosis I had started trying Meditation because I was sliding into depression.  I think my meditation, slowed, then stopped, my depression. My anxiety has also reduced.  I dont really know if it was because of the meditation or it is a coincidence. Afterall, I had just found out what the issue was. autism,  which in itself  is a really useful thing to know as you can read up on it.

Anyways - does anyone else practice Meditation on a regular basis ?

Has it helped your autism and/or  its associated depression, anxiety, shutdown, meltdowns etc ?

all replies will be most welcome

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  • Yes! I've found meditation really helpful for me. Meds just weren't an option for me because every side effect appeared to affect me so I had to try something else and I found meditation. At first it didn't seem to help but I kept at it and began a routine and before I knew it I was feeling much better inside and out. Like you I suffer from depression and anxiety and both have more less come to a stop now and for that I am really grateful.

    My meditation is as follows. In the morning, mid afternoon and then before bed which helps me to get a good night's sleep. I've also began eating healthier things which also helps.

    I recommend meditation to everyone now as its helped me so much in a short time. And there was no nasty side effects... Definite bonus!

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  • Yes! I've found meditation really helpful for me. Meds just weren't an option for me because every side effect appeared to affect me so I had to try something else and I found meditation. At first it didn't seem to help but I kept at it and began a routine and before I knew it I was feeling much better inside and out. Like you I suffer from depression and anxiety and both have more less come to a stop now and for that I am really grateful.

    My meditation is as follows. In the morning, mid afternoon and then before bed which helps me to get a good night's sleep. I've also began eating healthier things which also helps.

    I recommend meditation to everyone now as its helped me so much in a short time. And there was no nasty side effects... Definite bonus!

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