Chill Out With 14 Of The Best Podcasts For Mindfulness And Meditation

There’s no denying that the world is full of things playing havoc with our mental health. But while there’s a lot of bad happening around us, there’s also a lot of good that you can tap into to surround yourself with. Meditation podcasts are one of the ways to find out how to find that good stuff. Hosted by insightful experts, these podcasts can help you clear your headspace, de-stress and re-set your mindset.

We’ve found some of the best meditation podcasts around so you can plug in and zen out.

The Mindful Minute

If you’re a newbie to meditation (welcome) it can be a little intimidating at first, so start small with this perfect beginner’s podcast. Each week The Mindful Minute host Meryl, a dedicated yogi, will drop a new ep that focuses on how to live your life more mindfully, easily and happily. Just a heads up, the eps absolutely run for more than a minute, more like 30 of them, but you’ll come out the other side feeling refreshed and ready to tackle your day so we suggest listening to this one first thing. 

Mindfulness Mode 

Podcast host Bruce Langford just became your new BFF and life coach, because he is here to help you become the very best version of yourself. He will help you de-stress and focus in on your personal and professional goals, and with the help of mindfulness, your mess of a life will become just that much easier to manage. 

On Being With Krista Tippett

The team at On Being, led by the incredible Krista Tippett, is putting all of us first, asking the big questions in life, and putting what’s really important into perspective. She’ll sort out you and your mindfulness ASAP. Obama even awarded her the National Humanities Medal at the White House, so if that doesn’t tell you how legit she is, then we don’t know what will. 

Meditation Station

You can’t beat Meditation Station for an easy listen and some incredible results. Hosted by Stin Hansen, you can consider this to be your mindfulness training 101, where you will learn all of the techniques that will carry you to your most calm self. Sounds pretty good doesn’t it? Check it out  and begin your meditation journey. 

 

Now that you're all zen, treat yourself to an at home spa day. 

10% Happier With Dan Harris

If you’re newer to meditation or a bit of a sceptic, this is a great podcast to dive into. Described as ‘self-help for smart people’, this podcast is mindfulness and meditation through the personal journey of the host Dan Harris. His path is a fascinating one and you’ll find something to resonate with as he explores ways to manage stress, anxiety and general wellbeing. 

Untangle

The podcast is absolutely jam-packed with expert advice to improve your mindfulness and get you living your best life. Episodes feature insightful conversations with meditation teachers, neuroscientists, psychologists and everyday people and covers a whole range of different health approaches. It’s a great listen if you want both inspiration and approachable, science-backed advice on calming a busy mind.

Be Here Network

Be Here Now touts itself as a podcast network as it features a rotating lineup of hosts. It’s inspired by the legendary Ram Dass, with episodes diving into a whole bunch of fascinating spirituality topics and Buddhist teachings. Expect to learn a lot, pause and reflect, and come away feeling a little more grounded.

Tara Brach

Tara Brach is a legend in the meditation space, being an internationally known meditation teacher and bestselling author. In her self-titled podcast she shares a weekly guided meditation. Talk about learning from the best, right? Her meditations are gentle and her talks insightful, and you’ll finish each episode feeling more healed and reconnected with the world and yourself.

Deconstructing Yourself

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