Bangladesh celebrated "World Meditation Day" for the first time Friday under the initiative of Quantum Foundation. The day was observed all across Bangladesh to promote healthy, successful and happy life through reviving positivity in the soul by practising meditation. Also read: Mindfulness meditation helps sleep better at night Millions of people got immersed in meditation at 9:30am. Also, Quantum Foundation carried out a series of virtual programmes including special meditations and special discussions for people from different walks.  "The practice of meditation all across Bangladesh can turn the country into a healthy, energetic, and disciplined one. To be more empathetic, let us awaken the benevolent power within us through meditation," Quantum Foundation Coordination Director Suraiya Rahman said. Also read: Types of Meditation: Which One is Right for You Meditation has healing power. People might experience several benefits including better sleep, less stress, and more focus from practising mindfulness meditation regularly. One can get good health and success through regular meditation; also being stress-free leads to professional skills growth, Quantum Foundation said.

The World Meditation Day is set to be observed Friday. Meditation is a universal exercise of the mind. People of any age can practice it every day. Regular practice of meditation awakens the positive entity inside man, the auspicious power. Also read: Types of Meditation: Which One is Right for You