Wellness Through a Creative Lens: Mediation and Visualization

Abstract

This paper will examine literature focused on meditation and visualization, and their impact on mental and physical health. A key aspect of this examination includes understanding the defined meanings of both meditation and visualization. Specifically, the authors explore concepts of human consciousness, including mindfulness, quantum physics realities, and controlling mental imagery in neurology. These ideas provided the conceptual framework to study the effectiveness of meditation and visualization through an 8-week program for female university students, experiencing stress, anxiety, and sadness. Initial qualitative data analysis employed a thematic analytic approach. Preliminary findings, such as increased self-awareness and decreased anxiety, are discussed alongside existing literature that confirms the value of meditation and visualization approaches towards improved health.