Sound as an anchor
Many meditation practices use an anchor: the breath, a word, a sound. A steady natural sound works well as one. When your mind wanders, notice the sound and come back to it. It also covers small noises around you that would otherwise pull you away.
Sounds for different practices
- Breath-focused meditation: . Let your breath follow the waves.
- Body scan and relaxation:
- Open awareness: . Notice each sound as it comes and goes.
- Before sleep:
Using the timer as your bell
Set the sleep timer to the length of your session (10, 15, 30 or 45 minutes). The sound fades over the last minute, which is a softer way to end than an alarm. With Pro you can choose a longer fade and set sessions over an hour.
Keep it simple
Use one or two sounds, not five. Low volume. The same mix each day can become part of the ritual, so when you hear it your mind starts to settle.
Watch: fall asleep with the sleep timer
Step by step: fall asleep with the sleep timer
- Choose a sleep timer. Under the sounds, pick how long it should play: 15 minutes to an hour, free.
- It fades out. When the time is up the sound fades away slowly, so the change doesn’t wake you.
- All night, with Pro. MoodNoise Pro adds timers up to 10 hours and fade schedules: fade slowly over the last 5 to 60 minutes.
Questions
What background sound is best for meditation?
A steady, natural sound: ocean waves, a stream, rain or soft green noise. Avoid anything with words or a melody.
Can I use the timer to end my meditation?
Yes. Set it to your session length and the sound fades out at the end.
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