Meditation serves as a powerful tool for self-exploration, personal growth, and spiritual development. It offers a pathway to inner peace, clarity of mind, and connection to the present moment. Whether you’re a curious newcomer or seeking to deepen your existing practice, learning more about meditation—its history, purpose, traditions, styles, and characteristics—can empower you to harness its full potential. What Is Meditation? The word “meditation” has roots in Latin (“meditatio”) and …