5 Simple Meditations to Boost Peace, Clarity and Calm

ONE IDEA FOR YOU TO THINK ABOUT

I used to struggle with finding calm and focus—until I discovered this one thing:

Meditation.

Now, I’m more grounded, clear-headed, and creative.
 

Here are my 5 favorite types of meditation (and tips on how, when, and why to practice each).

1. Creative Visualization

• How: Picture your ideal outcome vividly. Activate all senses.
• When: Before starting a big project or something new.
• Why: It sharpens your focus and boosts confidence. It gets you excited. I use this when I want to manifest an outcome. 

2. Mindful Meditation 

• How: Focus on your breath or surroundings.
• When: When feeling stressed or overwhelmed. (This gets me through my most anxious moments.)
• Why: It calms your mind and brings clarity.

3. Affirmation Meditation 

• How: Repeat positive affirmations to yourself (e.g., "I got this. I am worthy.")
• When: In the morning, to set the tone for the day. I do this on my walk to the Subway before work.
• Why: It builds confidence and positive energy.

4. Body Scan Meditation 

• How: Mentally scan your body from head to toe.
• When: Before bed to release tension or anxiety.
• Why: It promotes relaxation and better sleep.

5. Appreciation Meditation 

• How: Reflect on things you are grateful for. Run through your list (big and small).
• When: In the morning OR at the end of the day (both beneficial).
• Why: It creates a positive mindset and puts you in a good mood.

TWO QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF

1. What is stopping you from dedicating two minutes a day to sitting still?

2. How could your life benefit from having more calm and clarity?

ONE EXERCISE FOR YOU TO TRY THIS WEEK

This week, try at least one of these meditations for just 2 minutes.

That's only TWO minutes of your entire week!

Remember, meditation is simply sitting in stillness. There’s no "perfect" way to do it.

But making a habit of pausing and breathing—even briefly—can be life-changing.