A short guided meditation
Sit comfortably and allow your breathing to remain natural.
For a few moments, let the activity around you continue without needing your attention.
Notice the inner space where thoughts arise.
I can observe my thoughts without following every one.
I am the one who is aware.
For these few moments, I choose a quieter direction.
I create one simple thought of peace.
I do not have to hurry this thought.
I allow myself to experience what peace means to me.
If the mind wanders, I gently return.
There is nothing to force.
I can carry a little of this calm awareness into the next part of my day.
How to use guided meditation
You can read a meditation slowly to yourself, listen to a teacher, or remember just a few key thoughts and allow pauses between them. Guided meditation is not about filling the mind with constant words. The guidance is there to help your attention settle; the pauses are where you begin to experience the thought.
As you become more familiar with meditation, you may need fewer words. A single idea—such as peace, self-respect or awareness of the inner self—can become the focus for several minutes.
Continue learning
If this is your first experience, our learn to meditate guide explains the basic method, while What is Raja Yoga meditation? explains the spiritual understanding behind the practice.
You can also find free meditation opportunities and local centres throughout the Philippines using the links below.
Common questions
Is guided meditation good for beginners?
It can be helpful because it gives attention a simple direction while you are learning how to work with the mind.
Do I have to follow every word?
No. Use the guidance as support. If one thought feels meaningful, you can remain with it for longer.
Should guided meditation be fast or slow?
Usually slower is more useful. Leave enough space between thoughts for reflection and experience.
Can I practise without audio?
Yes. A written meditation or a few remembered thoughts can be enough.