The idea that we can train our minds to promote healthy mental habits, and that these habits can be reflected in body-mind relationships isn’t new; it has been observed for thousands of years in various cultures. However, only now science is confirming this ancient discovery. Hundreds of studies indicate that the meditations you can practice with Lojong are associated with increased well-being and reduction of cortisol (the “stress hormone”) and that they can alter biochemical, neural and behavioral processes. Researches have repeatedly shown the effects of this training on the brain and the immune system, in reducing anxiety and mental illnesses such as depression.