@garybrecka: Meditation doesn't have to mean sitting in complete silence with an empty mind. Melissa Wood explains why so many people overcomplicate meditation and how something as simple as focusing on your breath can help you feel more connected to yourself. For Melissa, meditation has also become a deeply personal spiritual practice and a way to connect with her faith. There's no perfect way to meditate. Sometimes it starts with slowing down, breathing, and giving yourself a moment to be present.