Katy Perry was introduced to meditation by ex Russell Brand

Singer Katy Perry says her ex- husband Russell Brand introduced her to meditation.

The "Roar" hitmaker says the breathing practice has become the biggest help in her life as it allows her to juggle things better when things get "crazy", reported E! online.

"(Russell)is an avid meditator and I learned when I was in India getting married. My parents are both born again Christians and I love them.

"I love how I was raised and I don't regret anything. I'm not dismissing it. I respect all religions, but I did think that meditation was more of a religion. Transcendental meditation is not a religion," Perry, 32, says.

The songstress believes meditation allows her to get the creative juices flowing and recharge her batteries.

"Life can get a little crazy, and I am always juggling a thousand balls at once. I'm just like anyone else. I'm addicted to my phone. I have my phone next to my bed.

"I would say that especially when I'm single, but even in a partnership, I'll look at my phone before I look at my partner. When I meditate, I get to the real well of creativity. It stirs up all of these creative juices and I get my best ideas," she says.

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