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  • Contemplative Science
  • Psychophysiology

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  • Meditation is recognized for enhancing physical and psychological well-being.
  • This study examines heart rate variability (HRV) in Chan meditation practitioners.
  • Investigated two teaching modalities: face-to-face and video classes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the physiological responses of meditation practitioners in different Chan master teaching environments.
  • To assess the impact of face-to-face versus video-based meditation instruction on heart rate and HRV.
  • To determine the effectiveness of both teaching formats for experienced practitioners.

Main Methods:

  • Two experimental sessions were conducted, one face-to-face and one via video.
  • Physiological parameters (blood pressure, HRV) were measured before and after a 1.5-hour teaching session.
  • Participants included novices (session 1, n=45) and experienced practitioners (session 2, n=27, avg. 9 years experience).

Main Results:

  • Both heart rate and heart rate variability significantly decreased after a single teaching course in both experiments.
  • The observed changes in physiological parameters were consistent across both teaching formats.
  • Age was a factor in the observed decreases in heart rate and HRV.

Conclusions:

  • Chan meditation practitioners experience benefits from both face-to-face and video-based instruction.
  • Both teaching modalities appear effective in modulating physiological responses.
  • The study supports the efficacy of remote and in-person Chan meditation teaching.