Body Scan Meditation involves focusing one's attention on each part of the body from feet to head. This allows the participant to notice any sensations in the body creating more self-awareness.

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There are many different techniques one can use during formal meditation, including:

- Body scan
- Yoga
- Breath awareness
- Open Monitoring

Formal Meditation Skills

Ditto, B., Eclache, M., & Goldman, N. (2006). Short-term autonomic and cardiovascular effects of mindfulness body scan meditation. Annals of Behavioral Medicine, 32(3), 227-234.

Short-term Autonomic and Cardiovascular Effects of Mindfulness Body Scan Meditation

Open Monitoring is a technique utilized in mindfulness meditation. It involves observing reactionary emotions and thoughts that occur, while maintaining a non- judgmental state. 

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