The Impact of Meditation in Community - Flipbook - Page 3
The central theme for exploration during the study was this:
In a world that is so fractured and distracted, can the simple practice we teach - in
community, within a clear ethical framework - help cultivate greater peace, compassion,
connection with God and each other? The data strongly suggests it can (in line with
countless witnesses across the centuries).
8Since I9ve been meditating with The School of Contemplative Life9:
8I feel a deeper connection with/
closeness to God or the Divine9
87% agree
8I view other people and
situations with more kindness9
87% agree
8The way I live my life is more
aligned to my values9
83% agree
8I have a different relationship
with my thoughts and feelings9
80% agree
8I have more inner peace9
76% agree
These percentages are based on the responses of all participants. However, the
data suggests that certain factors greatly increase the likelihood of people
experiencing the outcomes we were testing for. To find out more, do read on.
1) Setting the scene (p4-11)
2) The impact of the practice (p10-19)
Introductory words (p4-5)
Benefits and fruits shared (p10-11)
Participants (p6)
An important insight (p12-15)
What do they value most? (p7)
A new way of seeing (p16-19)
Spiritual themes expressed (p8-9)
3) Final thoughts (p20-24)
The challenges (p20-21)
Final reflections (p22-23)
Get involved (p24)
