Instead, we cause ourselves unnecessary distress as we constantly attempt to arrive at the “perfect” decision, when no such thing is even possible in the first place. Loving-kindness meditation may also help quell self-criticism, which underlies a number of different mental health disorders. If you have symptoms of depression, consider seeking support from a therapist before trying alternative approaches. Keep in mind that’s is nearly impossible to keep your attention from ever wandering, even if you’ve been meditating for years. But meditation teaches you to pay attention to thoughts and feelings without passing judgment or criticizing yourself. The dozens of different types of meditation all seek a state of heightened awareness, says E. Robert Schwartz, MD, director of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and that heightened awareness could have far-ranging benefits for people with depression and anxiety. Just pay attention to its natural rhythm. Still wondering does meditation (really truly) help depression? Place your hands on your thighs, facing downward.

I suggest having a cup of tea and just breathing deeply as you let the feelings pass. The connection between motivation and meditation is still a work in progress.

Simply let the thoughts occur.