1. Buddhify
This nicely-designed UK-created app is aimed at busy urbanites. You tell it whether you’re at the gym, walking, commuting or home.
2. Sleep Easily Meditation
There’s a 25-minute guided meditation that combines soothing music with talking you through the relaxation process.
3. Calm – meditation and relaxation
There are seven guided sessions running from 2-20 minutes with a range of background scenes and sounds to choose from
Free for iOS and Android
4. Smiling Mind
Created in Australia and is aimed at helping young people de-stress and stay calm. There are tailored programmes for different age groups, all delivered in relaxing Aussie tones.
Free, available on iPhone, iPad and Android
5. Simply Being Guided Meditation
Good for beginners, this easy-to-use app talks you through the basic skills in sessions ranging from 5-20 minutes. It comes loaded with meditation tips too.
Available for iPhone, iPad and Android
6. Headspace
Headspace co-founder Andy Puddicombe is a former Buddhist monk aiming to make meditation accessible. He delivers the directed 10-minute sessions in his relaxed style .
7. Walking Meditations
Jayne Morris recommends this app for busy people who want to mediate when they can fit it in. There’s a choice of three short tracks, each with a different focus - ideal for a mindfulness fix on your lunch-break.
Available on iPhone, iPad and Android
8. Meditation helper
Use this handy app to set a target for the length of time you want to meditate each day. It lets you know when you’ve hit your target each day so it’s a good motivator to make sure you stick to your guns.
Free, available for iPhone, iPad and Android
9. Room to Breathe Meditation
Nailing your breathing is key in helping you keep calm and switch off. This app can help anyone who has had problems meditating. There’s a step-by-step-guide to breathing techniques with music options to choose from too.
Available on iPad, iPhone and Android
10. Relax Melodies
Want to learn the art of power napping but can’t switch off? This app can help. CThere’s a timer and alarm function to stop the nap becoming a deeper sleep.
Free. Available for iPhone, iPad and Android
http://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/the-10-best-meditation-apps-8947570.html
