-Stimulation of the body’s self repair mechanisms and self-regulation - lowered blood pressure and heart rate - decreased inflammation-slowed aging-better sleep -improved immune function - down regulation (turning off) of genes that contribute to diseases such as diabetes, Alzheimer’s,autoimmune illnesses and some types of cancer -Upregulation (turning on) of genes that are responsible for good health - increased production of rejuvenating hormones such as DHEA and growth hormones

-Decreased stress and anxiety and increased feelings of relaxation and peace - expanded experience of healing emotions such as love, compassion, joy equanimity, and gratitude - decreased experience of painful emotions that constrict awareness such as anger, hostility, guilt, fear, anxiety, shame and depression - the ability to respond consciously rather than reacting in a conditioned melodramatic way - increased focus, memory, and ability to learn - decreased addictive behavior