Prepare for a restful sleep with meditation

Guided meditation is a really powerful way to begin exploring the benefits of meditation and to enable you to take control of your mental wellbeing. By fostering a deeper connection with the present moment and offering a respite from the chaos of daily life, these practices have the potential to transform the way you experience and navigate the world. But while most of us know we would benefit from these practices, it can still be hard to know where to begin when it comes to building new habits.

So how can we incorporate these practices into our daily lives?

The beauty of mindfulness and guided meditation lies in their accessibility. You don't have to commit to lengthy classes or spend lots of money on kit to get going. Here are some of my top tips to help you cultivate a mindfulness practice.

Begin by committing to short guided meditations, perhaps 5-10 minutes. As you gain experience over time, you might like to gradually increase the duration but there is no rush to do so, and you can still access the benefits in a short practice.

Make mindfulness a daily habit. Consistency is crucial for experiencing the full benefits of guided meditation. You should know that building a habit can be tough. If you miss a day here and there, or find yourself out of routine for a while, don't beat yourself up about it. Know that you can come back at any time.

Create a quiet and comfortable space for your meditation practice. This can be a dedicated meditation corner or simply a quiet room where you won't be disturbed. Minimize distractions by turning off your phone and letting other people that you might be sharing the space that you don't want to be disturbed.