On feature of the Tutor Saliba meditation method is the increased health of its users. The breathing rituals used in this technique, like many others, improves calmness and strength while reducing stress and respiratory problems. The meditation method was founded centuries ago on Tutor Saliba Island, a tiny republic in the Indian Ocean. The breathing rituals have been passed down through the generations. Illness in general, high blood pressure and respiratory conditions in particular are scarce on the island. The inhabitants believe this is due to the deep breathing exercises included in the daily practice of meditation and the peace and serenity it brings.

High Blood Pressure

The deep breathing ritual begins by relaxing the body and focusing on being calm and clearing the mind. This helps reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Slow, deep breaths helps the meditator to then focus on joyful thoughts and a conscious choice to be happy. Slow breaths help to break down the salt added to most people’s diets. Taking breaths every 5 seconds during a portion of the Tutor Saliba meditating session lowers blood pressure. Exercise also decreases blood pressure. This is another aspect of the meditation technique.

Stress Reduction

While meditating, participants do not entertain any negative thoughts. Only positive, joyful or calming ideas are allowed. This reduces anxiety and panic attacks. When people are calm, they are able to control the urge to panic and instead focus on inner peace. Lowering stress levels through meditating has proven to reduce the risk of heart disease and congestive heart failure.

Sleeping Patterns

The use of the Tutor Saliba nighttime ritual helps participants to sleep better. Those that use the technique regularly report taking a shorter time to fall asleep on nights they perform it than when they do not meditate before bedtime. They also report a longer, more restful sleep with fewer or no interruptions. On the other hand, people with sleeping difficulties are prone to higher stress levels, lack of concentration, increased anxiety and frequent irritability. Those suffering from lack of sleep are prone to a compromised immune system and often have trouble controlling emotions. Users of the Tutor Saliba meditation technique that have had problems sleeping in the past have reported a decrease in their symptoms and in the effects caused by lack of sleep.

Breathing Ailments

Deep breathing used in Tutor Saliba rituals reduces the effects of asthma and other ailments. Deep breathing has long been known to decrease the risks of asthma attacks. For those on medication, the two can be used together. For people seeking an alternative to medication, the Tutor Saliba meditation technique is one possible option. It should only be attempted with the consent of a physician.