Meditative Practices and Mental Wellness: Indian Thought and Perspective

Author(s)	Dr. Seema Rani Rath
Country	India
Abstract	Mental health has emerged as a global concern in the 21st century, marked by rising cases of anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders. Amidst this psychological crisis, the ancient Indian practice of meditation has garnered renewed attention. Rooted in profound philosophical systems like Ved?nta, S??khya, Yoga, and Buddhism, meditation is not merely a therapeutic tool but a transformative s?dhan? (discipline) for attaining inner harmony. This paper explores the relevance of meditation for mental health from the lens of Indian philosophy, demonstrating how its metaphysical foundations and practical techniques provide enduring solutions for emotional well-being, psychological clarity, and spiritual growth.
Keywords	Meditation, Mental Health, Ved?nta, Yoga, Mindfulness, Indian Philosophy, S??khya, Consciousness, Self-realization.
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On	2025-08-27
DOI	https://doi.org/10.63363/aijfr.2025.v06i04.1182
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9zx9k

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