[thewizardofaus]

I use Insight Timer, completely free. I just use the timer mode in the app, so I can see my stats overtime.

Meditation is one of those things that you do not notice immediate benefits. It takes a couple of weeks.

Start with 5 mins a day and aim to build up to 10mins.

Has it transformed my life? Probably not.

Has it helped me stay calmer under high pressure situations? Absolutely.

The biggest change is you start to become self aware of how you are feeling.

"okay, I am feeling anxious and can feel my heartrate accelerating. That's okay, let's just focus on my breathing and stay calm"

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