FUN
FACTS
Over the last decade,
interest in the science
of meditation has
skyrocketed, and increased
research has led to a ton of
fascinating discoveries.
Still, much is left to be
discovered. While we wait
for science to catch up
with ancient wisdom, check
out these fascinating facts
about meditation.
DID YOU KNOW?• Global statistics show
that across the world
between 200 and
500 million people
meditate.
• Meditation is the
second most popular
mind and body
practice in the US.
• Meditation as a
practice is thought to
be around 2,600
years old.
• Australia is the most
popular country for
meditation.
• World Meditation Day
is May 21.
• Attention span
increases by practicing
daily meditation for
four days.
• 40% of Americans
meditate weekly.
• The number of
people who practice
meditation has more
than tripled
since 2012.
• Adults aged 45-64
are the most likely to
use meditation.
ACTIVITY
ACTIVITY
WELLNESS 12