Meditation has a ton of health benefits. It can not only help improve your mental health by reducing anxiety, improving sleep, and facilitating weight loss, but it can also help you recenter and refocus on what’s essential in life. When life turns stressful, or you feel like you need to take a pause, turn to this meditation guide for absolute beginners.

As a beginner or someone who’s never tried to meditate, it can feel intimidating. You might have many questions: How long should I meditate? How do I sit? Where do my hands go? Luckily, we have the answers! To get you going, we put together this meditation guide for absolute beginners. It’s simple, easy to follow, and will get you on the right track to refocus.