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Sleep Meditation Using Guided Imagery

Harness the power of your imagination to relax your body and mind and get to sleep.

Bedtime Meditation for Sleep

This relaxing sleep meditation helps you unwind at bedtime, let go of tension, and ease the transition into sleep.

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Loving Kindness Meditation (metta meditation)

Release anger, feel more connected, grow compassion for yourself and others.

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Inner Strength Meditation

Get centered, tap into your inner strength, and build resilience.

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Gratitude in Difficult Times

Change your perspective and fight negativity by practicing gratitude.

Coping with Uncertainty Meditation

Feeling anxious about the future? This mindfulness meditation can help.

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Eye of the Storm Meditation

Connect to a place of inner calm, even in the midst of chaos or strong emotions.

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Body Scan Meditation

Cultivate your ability to be mindful and tuned in to what you’re feeling.

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Mindful Breathing Meditation

Harness the power of your breath to ground yourself and regain inner calm.

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Progressive Muscle Relaxation Meditation

Relieve stress, anxiety, and muscle tension with this simple relaxation exercise.

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Guided Imagery Meditation

Use the power of your imagination to quickly relax your body and mind.

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Deep Breathing Meditation

When you start to feel overwhelmed, this exercise can help you quickly rein in stress.

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Being Kind to Yourself: A Meditation

Learn to counter negative self-talk with kindness and self-compassion.