- Deep Breathing
- Body Scan
- Guided Visualization
- Metta Meditation
- Mantra Meditation
- Walking Meditation
- Mindfulness Meditation
- Loving-Kindness Meditation
- Transcendental Meditation
- Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Deep Breathing
This technique involves focusing on the breath, taking deep breaths in and out, and paying attention to the sensations of breathing.
Body Scan
Body scan meditation involves systematically focusing on different parts of the body, bringing awareness to any tension or sensations.
Guided Visualization
Guided visualization uses mental imagery to promote relaxation and reduce stress, often with the help of a recorded guide.
Metta Meditation
Also known as loving-kindness meditation, this practice involves cultivating feelings of love and compassion towards oneself and others.
Mantra Meditation
Mantra meditation involves repeating a word or phrase silently to focus the mind and induce a state of relaxation.
Walking Meditation
This technique involves walking slowly and mindfully, paying attention to each step and the sensations of movement.
Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness meditation involves bringing attention to the present moment, observing thoughts and sensations without judgment.
Loving-Kindness Meditation
Similar to metta meditation, loving-kindness meditation focuses on cultivating feelings of love and compassion towards oneself and others.
Transcendental Meditation
Transcendental meditation uses a specific mantra and is typically practiced for 20 minutes twice a day.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
This technique involves tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups to release physical tension and promote relaxation.