Does it actually work? I guess maybe it could train your mind to be more comfortable without the parade running through it..
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It helps, doesn’t cure. But daily practice does help to allow the petty thoughts to pass when they come, and not to dwell around. I find it best to sit with mantra for 20 minutes, eyes closed, deeply relaxed, 2x daily. I hear Dan Harris’ book 10% happier is good but I haven’t read it.