Public figures have increasingly abandoned the phrase 'thoughts and prayers' following tragedies, suggesting that prayer represents inaction. However, prayer functions similarly to meditation, offering health benefits and fostering empathy. It involves focused attention on the needs of others and can inspire supportive actions. Challenges arise when prayer is impeded by conditions like brain injury, affecting emotional guidance in prayer. Historical observations reveal differences in belief in higher powers among those affected by brain injury and their healthcare providers, raising questions about personal prayer as a tool for seeking help.
"Prayer is a ... form of meditation and may therefore convey all the health benefits that have been associated with meditation."
"To pray is to direct your attention on who you're praying for; to think about and empathize with their condition; and to sustain this practice repeatedly."
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