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Insights from Heartfulness Research Centre PhD program

Discover research on meditation’s impact on mental health, cognitive function, and overall well-being across the globe.

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May 2024

Impact of the heartfulness program on stress and sleep among Healthcar...

These findings suggest that Heartfulness meditation may serve as an effective, non-invasive tool for promoting mental well-being in high-stress healthcare environments.

August 2019

Heartfulness Meditation Improves Sleep in Chronic Insomnia

A study found that participants with chronic insomnia who practiced Heartfulness meditation experienced significant improvements in sleep quality. 

May 2022

Health-Related Quality of Life Outcomes With Regular Yoga and Heartful...

This study reveals individuals with over two years of Heartfulness meditation experience reported the most substantial benefits.

April 2022

Impact of the Heartfulness Program on Loneliness in High Schoolers: Randomized Survey Study

A randomized controlled study found that a 4-week online Heartfulness Self-Care program significantly decreased loneliness levels among high schoolers aged 14–19.

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Effectiveness of meditation on wellness management among corporate employees in India: An interventional study
healthcare
July 2024

Effectiveness of meditation on wellness management among corporate employees in India: An interventional study

A quasi-experimental study supports the integration of meditation practices into workplace wellness programs to promote employee mental health.

Impact of Heartfulness meditation practice on anxiety, perceived stress, well-being, and telomere length
June 2023

Impact of Heartfulness meditation practice on anxiety, perceived stress, well-being, and telomere length

A recent study indicates that practicing Heartfulness meditation can reduce anxiety and cortisol levels, improve well-being, and increase telomere length—suggesting benefits for both mental health and cellular aging.

Heartfulness Meditation: A Yogic and Neuroscientific Perspective
May 2022

Heartfulness Meditation: A Yogic and Neuroscientific Perspective

This paper explores Heartfulness meditation's unique integration of yogic Transmission (Pranahuti) and Cleaning practices, aiming to expand consciousness and foster inner transformation.

Self-Care Program as a Tool for Alleviating Anxiety and Loneliness and Promoting Satisfaction With Life in High School Students and Staff: Randomized Survey Study
September 2024

Self-Care Program as a Tool for Alleviating Anxiety and Loneliness and Promoting Satisfaction With Life in High School Students and Staff: Randomized Survey Study

A 4-week online Heartfulness self-care program significantly reduced anxiety and loneliness while enhancing life satisfaction among high school students and staff. 

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Enhancing mental well-being: a mixed method study on the immediate effect of guided group meditation on depression, stress, anxiety and anger
healthcare
April 2025New

Enhancing mental well-being: a mixed method study on the immediate effect of guided group meditation on depression, stress, anxiety and anger

This study explores the immediate impact of guided group meditation on mental health, revealing significant reductions in depression, stress, anxiety, and anger among participants.

Effect of Heartfulness Meditation on Stress Biomarkers, Burnout and Well-Being: A Randomized Controlled Study
healthcare
April 2025New

Effect of Heartfulness Meditation on Stress Biomarkers, Burnout and Well-Being: A Randomized Controlled Study

This randomized controlled study examined the effects of a 12-week Heartfulness meditation program on young adults experiencing moderate to high stress levels. 

Effectiveness of heartfulness meditation in the management of recurrent aphthous ulcers
healthcare
March 2025New

Effectiveness of heartfulness meditation in the management of recurrent aphthous ulcers

This study highlight the potential of Heartfulness Meditation as a non-pharmacological, complementary therapy for RAUs, a common and painful oral condition.

Neural Correlates of Impulsivity and Frontal Electroencephalogram Oscillations in Heartfulness Meditators: A Cross-Sectional Study
healthcare
February 2025New

Neural Correlates of Impulsivity and Frontal Electroencephalogram Oscillations in Heartfulness Meditators: A Cross-Sectional Study

These findings suggest that Heartfulness practice may enhance self-regulation and cognitive control by altering neural activity in the frontal cortex.

Effect of a Web-Based Heartfulness Program on the Mental Well-Being, Biomarkers, and Gene Expression Profile of Health Care Students: Randomized Controlled Trial
healthcare
December 2024New

Effect of a Web-Based Heartfulness Program on the Mental Well-Being, Biomarkers, and Gene Expression Profile of Health Care Students: Randomized Controlled Trial

This randomized controlled trial assessed the impact of a 12-week online Heartfulness meditation program on health care students. 

Spirituality in the Therapy Room
others
October 2024New

Spirituality in the Therapy Room

This article explores how therapists can enrich the therapeutic relationship by incorporating personal spiritual practices, emphasizing presence, humility, and ethical awareness.

Self-Care Program as a Tool for Alleviating Anxiety and Loneliness and Promoting Satisfaction With Life in High School Students and Staff: Randomized Survey Study
education
September 2024

Self-Care Program as a Tool for Alleviating Anxiety and Loneliness and Promoting Satisfaction With Life in High School Students and Staff: Randomized Survey Study

A 4-week online Heartfulness self-care program significantly reduced anxiety and loneliness while enhancing life satisfaction among high school students and staff. 

Effectiveness of meditation on wellness management among corporate employees in India: An interventional study
healthcare
July 2024

Effectiveness of meditation on wellness management among corporate employees in India: An interventional study

A quasi-experimental study supports the integration of meditation practices into workplace wellness programs to promote employee mental health.

Designing, Validation, and Feasibility of Integrated Approach of HeartfulnessMeditation and Yoga Protocol (IAHFNM & YP) for Hypertensive Participants
healthcare
July 2024New

Designing, Validation, and Feasibility of Integrated Approach of HeartfulnessMeditation and Yoga Protocol (IAHFNM & YP) for Hypertensive Participants

This study developed and validated the Integrated Approach of Heartfulness Meditation and Yoga Protocol (IAHFNM & YP) for hypertensive individuals.

Acute and Long-Term Effects of App-Delivered Heartfulness Meditation on Psychological Outcomes and the Endocannabinoid Signaling System in Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
healthcare
July 2024New

Acute and Long-Term Effects of App-Delivered Heartfulness Meditation on Psychological Outcomes and the Endocannabinoid Signaling System in Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome

A 6-week pilot study demonstrated that app-delivered Heartfulness Meditation significantly reduced anxiety and mood disturbances in individuals with cyclic vomiting syndrome.

Effect of Heartfulness Meditation on Oxidative Stress and Mindfulness in Healthy Participants
healthcare
June 2024

Effect of Heartfulness Meditation on Oxidative Stress and Mindfulness in Healthy Participants

A 12-week study involving healthy young adults found that regular Heartfulness Meditation practice significantly improved mindfulness and decreased oxidative stress markers.