Let’s face it, we live in a world that’s always moving, which leaves us with little to no time to really stop and get some perspective. But, there’s a solution – the meditation app. Although not a complete replacement for in-person classes, meditation apps are great for those trying to keep on a meditation routine, but don’t exactly have enough time in a day to visit their local studio.
It’s a growing trend. Meditation app popularity has increased (with over 1000 apps currently available) and are helping meditators of all kinds keep to their meditative schedules – while staying true to their focus of a healthier life.
So, without further ado, here are the 5 best meditation apps for the iPhone that we think will help you stay focused on a healthier lifestyle.
1. Calm
Price: FREE (in-app purchase available)
Breakdown: Great for beginner level meditators, Calm offers 7-day introductory guided sessions with multiple focuses on calm, focus and happiness. Visually additive, the meditation app also offers stunning nature views to focus on during the session. Calm also has a sleep program for those struggling at night.
2. Headspace
Price: FREE (in-app purchase available)
Breakdown: A great app for those that are looking for routine or motivation, Headspace offers meditation in 10-minute sessions. The app is also customizable by focus type (ie health, foundation, etc.). Reminder functionality as well as 3-minute exercises for those moments that get a little out of hand really sets this app apart.
3. Stop, Breathe & Think
Price: FREE (in-app purchase available)
Breakdown: Winner of the 2015 Webby People’s Voice Award for Health and Fitness, Stop Breathe & Think helps the meditator to track their progress through app check-ins. Even better, Stop, Breathe & Think will ask you how you are feeling before recommending the best meditations according to your current state of mind.
4. Omvana
Price: FREE (in-app purchase available)
Breakdown: Having one of the larger collections when it comes to mediation apps, the Omvana app offers beginner meditators a ton of free resources. Tracks can also be mixed for longer sessions – up to 60 minutes. It’s a go-to app for meditation resources.
5. Take A Break!
Price: FREE
Breakdown: Meditation on the fly, Take A Break! allows users the ability to really approach meditation when you’re short on time. The app highlights the ability to customize your experience with or without music, along with easy to read instruction for the novice meditator. The meditation app also offers a number of free programs.
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