Think of a mantra — a word or phrase you repeat during meditation — as a tool to help release your mind. It can make a lot of difference, especially if you have trouble concentrating or getting in the ...

'Om' is a legitimate mantra with an ancient tradition — if it's pronounced correctly and spoken only in your head. Credit: Ian Moore / Mashable March Mindfulness is an annual Mashable series that ...

Have you ever wanted to quiet frustrating or distracting thoughts? After a hectic week, do you feel more relaxed after you chant “Om” in yoga class? A new study in Brain and Behavior shows that ...

Have you ever noticed how repeating a phrase or humming a tune calms your nerves during stress? That’s the power of sound—and it’s exactly why mantra chanting has stood the test of time. For thousands ...

Modern life is filled with stress, tight deadlines, and constant distractions. Anxiety, fear, and anger often overwhelm the ...