We’ve all heard that daily meditation is helpful for our mental and physical health, but between rushing around at work and the never-ending chore list at home, the intention to sit quietly evaporates. Surprisingly, even just 5 minutes of sitting still in silence can reap major benefits to our health and outlook. I was never a believer until I went on a yoga and meditation retreat in the California mountains with my sister. By day five, my NYC stresses felt manageable and even better, I felt capable of tackling them. Below are a few simple ways I incorporated meditation info my life at home.