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Body Scan Meditation: A Gentle Practice for Inner Awareness and Relaxation

Body-scan-meditation-hero Body scan meditation is like hitting the pause button on life’s chaos—without needing a fancy app or pretentious yoga pants. Think of it as a coffee break for your nervous system, where you finally notice that yes, your shoulders have been hugging your ears since Tuesday’s meeting. Whether you’re stressed, exhausted, or just sick of your brain’s late-night conspiracy theories, this practice helps you: Ground yourself (literally—you’ll be lying down) Spot tension…