I thought I’d share a little about what it has meant for me to learn to meditate.Breaking Negative PatternsIncreased awareness helps me identify and change negative thought and behavior patterns, like blaming others for pain that is inside of me.Improved RelationshipsBefore, I often fell victim to my doubtful thoughts in my romantic relationships, causing them to fall apart within a few year. Becoming aware of these thoughts and learning to just observe them has made it possible for me to stay with my partner and choose something else.Appreciating LifeMost importantly, it helps me to Be in life instead of standing on the sideline and watch. When I really feel the present moment it strikes me how wonderfully simple existence is.