Let's also not forget that the French Empires and Empereurs prided themselves on Roman traditions (looking at you, Napoleon) and specifically adopted style, legal system, names and architecture of the Imperium Romanum.
greencactus
Yes, I sometimes do. I use 7mind for it - as a student I can use it for free here in Germany.
My experiences depend on the day. It never harms, that's for sure. Usually it just helps me to understand how I feel. Sometimes for example I can't get into a meditative state at all - that usually means I'm somewhat distracted today and should be careful about large decisions. Other times I just breathe and enjoy being. It isn't particularly intense, but after opening the eyes I feel better and calmer. Only a few times could I really get into a meditative high - that was really amazing, not really comparable to anything else I've experienced. However, this high isn't a goal for me at all - if it happens, it's amazing; if not, that's also okay.
Tl;Dr - sometimes I meditate, when I feel like it. It usually gives good results and helps me to recognize how I feel.
Ah yes, the illustrious Praetorian Guard at its finest again