Meditation is often referred to as an exercise for the brain, and it is through this mindful practice that the pituitary gland in the brain secretes hormones called endorphins, which result in a feeling of overall wellbeing.
People often use meditation for stress relief, but there are many other benefits of creating a meditation practice, such as:
-relief from anxiety
-emotional health
-a greater self-awareness
-improved sleep
-pain relief
This site is a great resource to begin your meditation practice: https://www.mindful.org/mindfulness-meditation-guided-practices/