oh wow, i have never received such a long response, i am honored! saw it a bit late;) yes, I also think that there are many negative influences in this day and age, which you can counter with meditation something... i started meditation a few days ago, sometimes i still get thoughts in my head, but it's getting less and less... yes, i also think that many see it almost like hocus pocus, but it's getting more and more popular with people. even my doctor recommends it to me haha.