In our fast-paced modern society, we rarely take a moment to pause. Between work, family, and endless responsibilities, stress accumulates quickly, taking a heavy toll on both our mental and physical health.
A feature published in the JoongAng Ilbo highlighted a nationwide tour of open lectures in South Korea centered around a powerful theme: “Mind Subtraction and Mind Healing That Changes Me.” The core message of the event is incredibly relevant to all of us today: to find a fundamental solution to stress, we must look inward.
๐ฌ๏ธ The Greatest Healing is Self-Reflection
What exactly is the mind, and why does it cause us so much stress?
During the lecture series, Lee Han-min, a regional president of Ma-eum Su-ryun, beautifully summarized the purpose of the practice: “We prepared this to provide a small commaโa time for mind healingโin busy daily lives. Sincere self-reflection is the greatest ‘healing.’ The method of Ma-eum Su-ryun consists of subtraction and reflection, making it the most effective healing program needed for modern people.”
Rather than trying to manage stress by temporarily distracting ourselves, mind subtraction offers a way to find the root cause of our exhaustion and permanently discard it.
๐๏ธ A Simple Practice for Everyone
One of the reasons this meditation method has gained such widespread popularity since its founding in 1996 is its accessibility.
Because the practice method is easy and simple, anyone can do it regardless of religion, educational background, or prior meditation experience. It is a quiet, peaceful practice. There are no designated physical postures or complex movements required. You simply sit in a comfortable position, reflect on your inner self, and discard the accumulated thoughts according to the step-by-step method.
As you discard the mind, you not only free yourself from mental stress but also improve the circulation of energy in your body. When the body and mind become healthy, life becomes full of vitality, naturally giving rise to active, positive thinking.
๐ Proven Results for Mental Health
The positive effects of this mind healing practice aren’t just anecdotalโthey are backed by research.
According to a study analyzing 158 adults who participated in Ma-eum Su-ryun:
- 88.3% responded that it was helpful for their overall mental health.
- 69.0% reported a significant decrease in feelings of hatred or resentment.
- 65.5% reported a decrease in anger and a shift toward a positive attitude.
- 63.8% experienced a decrease in depressed moods.
The effectiveness of this program is so highly regarded that prestigious institutions, including KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology), have even adopted it as a university elective course.
You don’t need to travel far to experience this profound healing. The exact same method of mind subtraction is available right here in your local community.
๐ฏ Ready to Put a “Comma” in Your Busy Life?
If you are feeling overwhelmed and want to blow away stress through sincere self-reflection, itโs time to experience true mind healing.
๐ Book a Free Meditation Introduction at Santa Clara Meditation
(References)
๐ฐ About the Original Article
- Publication: JoongAng Ilbo
- Article Title: Blow Away Stress and Protect Your Healthโฆ Take Time for Mind Healing
- Reporter: Jang Chan-woo
- Published: April 2, 2013
