People meditate for different reasons, at different times of the day and in different places. Maybe you like a certain colour scheme or need a particular soundtrack to transport you to your special place. Your phone or tablet can help you get there, however apps come in all shapes and sizes, and finding the right one can be a task. We help make your life a little more zen with this handy list of meditation apps:
Available on: iOS and Android
Cost: iOS: Rs. 170 and Android: Free
If you are in the city and live a fast-paced, hectic life, then this app is for you. It’s beautifully designed and has several features that cater to a wide range of different activities. You can tell it when you are at the gym, going for a walk or even just sitting at home. There are different sound tracks and a choice of male or female voices as well as a short or regular the meditation session. Oh, did we mention it can measure how well you are doing?
Available on: iOS and coming soon to PC and Android
Cost: Free
This app is for the perfectionist in you. Omvana is a one stop digital meditation library. It has thousands of customizable meditations, with relaxing audio and tracks. You get to choose, mix, browse and download meditations of your choosing. You can even listen to inspirational speeches or the sound of your own voice if that’s your thing!
Available on: iOS and Android
Cost: Free
If you are serious about getting some quality meditation done, check this app out. Co- founded by a former Buddhist monk, Headspace provides straight forward, guided meditation for beginners. For an optional extra fee, founder Puddicombe guides you daily through a new meditation. This app is comprehensive and provides plenty of additional hours of audio and video for a monthly subscription fee.
Available on: iOS and web app
Cost: Free
Adults aren’t the only ones to lead stressful lives, children can also gain from daily meditation. Created by a team of psychologists, this app is made specifically for children (and adults) and is a great introduction to the world of meditation. It is simple and keeps you actively involved, which will help kids with shorter attention spans. The mediation programs are tailored to different age groups and help youngsters stay calm and happy.
5. Calm
Available on: iOS and web app
Cost: Free
With predictably calming videos, this simple, easy-to-use app is a cut above the other offerings. You can space out to a dreamy sounding voice that guides you through a series of relaxing exercises and guided meditations, or sink into the soothing sounds of nature. You are offered three options for your meditation: a video, the soundtrack and the length of your meditation session.
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