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Meditation can be hard.

meditation app on iphone with headphones in background

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But as your friends, colleagues, and even your therapist might remind you there are manybenefitsto the practice.

It can help manage pain and difficult emotions.

It can help us with negative patterns of thoughts.

Headspace

One way to start is by downloading one of thebest meditation appsyour phone has to offer.

They provide access to guided sessions and resources that can help you turn meditation into a habit.

Ahead, weve curated the apps to help you stay cool and calm, with the help of experts.

Calm

The illustrations are fun and easy to follow, making this the perfect app to jumpstart your practice.

It has programs that can help users with stress, sleep, focus, relationships, and more.

Smiling Mind has activities for kids, too, making this app great for all ages.

Smiling Mind

If you have trouble sleeping, Simple Habit’s nighttime meditations are especially useful.

Is it help sleeping, or do you need a work break?

From quick sessions to longer meditations, Buddhify tackles all your worries with ease.

Simple Habit

Aura

Auragets it.

Glo

If you want to pair some yoga with your meditation practice, look no further thanGlo.

The app features both yoga and meditation practices from an array of respected teachers.

Insight Timer

Earn points to decorate your island and help your avatar thrive.

Free with download (Download Now)

FitMind

FitMindgives your mind a mental workout.

The goal of this app is to help you connect with your body.

Buddhify

It has great teachers, includes dharma talks, and respects the lineages of Eastern traditions, she says.

It offers basic meditation practices as well as video how-tos to help you meditate properly.

Free (Download here)

10 Happier

Aura

Yoga Glow

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