POWER of PRAYER - Backed by Science 

The Power of Prayer – Backed by Science

Prayer is more than a spiritual practice—it’s a proven tool for whole-body wellness.

Research shows that regular prayer and spiritual reflection can:

• Reduce Stress & Anxiety – Prayer activates the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering cortisol levels and calming the body.

• Support Heart Health – Studies link prayer with lower blood pressure, improved heart rate variability, and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.

• Boost Emotional Resilience – Prayer fosters feelings of hope, gratitude, and inner peace, which strengthen emotional regulation and reduce symptoms of depression.

• Enhance Brain Function – Consistent spiritual practices are associated with increased activity in brain regions linked to compassion, empathy, and emotional processing.

• Improve Coping & Recovery – Prayer enhances pain tolerance, immune response, and healing by providing a sense of connection and meaning.

In short: Prayer is God’s gift for inner peace and physical renewal.