Guided meditation is an excellent starting point for beginners. A meditation practice involves focusing the mind on the present moment and self-awareness, both of which can be difficult for someone used to letting the mind wander. ... Meditating with a guide will provide direction.

Is guided meditation less effective?

I absolutely find guided meditation way more effective because it helps you keep coming back when things are tough or you're too busy and it also gives you some clarity and takes the pressure off of yourself to come up with a session. If you don't know where to start, download the headspace app, which is brilliant.

How often should you do guided meditations?

To get the most out of your meditation practice, you should be aiming to meditate at least once a day. This doesn't need to be a lengthy or detailed practice, studies have shown that as little as five minutes each day can be beneficial.