When was the last time you mixed up your meditation routine? Here are 15 VR meditations for creative well-being and relaxation.
Building healthy habits can be tough. Meditation is a simple habit, but it has its challenges. Like any habit, when you become too comfortable, your brain can work against you. You might not be seeing the results, or there are too many distractions. So how do you stay on track with your meditation goals?
Mixing things up can stimulate the brain and encourage creative thinking. There are many different kinds of meditations to fit different people and goals. One new emerging way to meditate is in VR. VR meditations are still very new, but there are apps, videos, and even video games exploring the possibilities.
- Does your home have a lot of distractions?
- Are you getting bored in your current meditation practice?
- Do you need a quick nature break from work?
- Are you a beginner? Start with an immersive guide for your meditation.
- Creative block? Escape to a fantasy world for a mindful experience.
Learn why you should meditate in VR for well-being and creativity.
VR Meditations
Nature Meditations
Creative minds throughout history have sought out nature for inspiration and well-being. There have been several studies that show nature can enhance creative ways of thinking, especially in the first two phases of the creative process; the Preparation phase and the Incubation phase. It can also reduce stress, improve mood, and much more.
Mountain Top Meditation With Relaxing Ocean Views | EscapeTV (8 Min)
Relax and enjoy a birds-eye view of the sea from a mountain top with relaxing music and the sounds of nature. Shot on a secluded track tucked away near the top of Tomaree Mountain in Port Stephens, Australia, it’s a perfect spot for nature therapy and relaxing meditation.
Virtual Nature 360° | ECOVR - (6 Min)
Find inspiration from nature with this immersive experience that takes you on a relaxing journey through pristine Tasmanian waterfalls, an underwater cave off the coast of Africa, and stand on the edge of the Grand Canyon.
Relaxation and Meditation Getaway | Reel Again Media (20 Min)
Absorb the calming and relaxing music and beautiful scenery as you unwind and catch a second wind to conquer your day.
Good Morning Mother Nature Meditation | Nature Healing Society (2 Hour)
The Nature Healing Society created this VR nature meditation to guide people on a healing journey in nature to boost connection and relaxation. There are over 2 hours of nature settings to soak in and enjoy during your VR meditation.
Guided Meditations
If you’re starting a meditation practice or need some direction to clear your mind, try a VR-guided meditation. Guided meditations are great for any level and can have profound results.
Underwater Meditation | Immerse n Breathe (10 Min)
Water is a source of healing and inspiration. This VR meditation takes you below the waves to detach from overthinking and stress. Let your thoughts float away with the current and enjoy the peaceful tranquility of the calming ocean.
Energy Boost VR Meditation | Aquilay VR Meditations (10 Min)
Do you have the motivation but lack the energy to do some creative work? Take a 10-minute break with this VR meditation to boost energy and heal the tired mind.
VR Vacation for Mindfulness | Alex VR 180 3-D (10 Min)
This 10 minutes VR guided meditation brings calm mindfulness at any time. Take a short virtual vacation across 10 different environments to relieve stress and ground yourself in the moment.
Who Are You? Meditation - Part 1 | Aquilay VR Meditations (24 Min)
Who are you? A great meditation question for anyone trying to unlock creativity and self-expression. This guided meditation in VR 360 is like a soothing cosmic trip.
Here’s part 2 if you want to continue the journey.
Experience Meditations
Meditation doesn’t have to be about clearing the mind. It can also guide experiences, especially experiences that can open the mind for greater creativity. Openness to experience and new perspectives influence creativity. When you add meditation and mindfulness practice to the equation you enhance the experience.
For more unique experiences check out these 10 VR Travel Experiences.
Relaxing Flight Through Space | Time Capsule 360 (4 Min)
Set out on a journey across space and distant planets in this relaxing VR video for an interstellar meditation.
Shire Relaxation | ASMR Weekly (5 Min)
Are you a writer with world-building creative blocks? Jump into Middle-earth and spend some time with the Hobbits. Meditate in a fantasy world and let your mind wander or relax.
Relax at A Zen Garden | Room and Goods (30 Min)
Zen gardens are beautiful places to meditate and soak in the relaxing vibes of nature and minimalism. This 360 video of a 3D Zen garden is a great way to relieve stress and anxiety or just experience a different and unique setting.
Starry Night On An Alien Planet | Room and Goods (15 Min)
When stress and challenges of daily life seem inescapable, try this relaxing VR meditation that takes you to an alien planet. Enjoy a far away starry night and florescent flora, where your anxieties have no place.
Zach is an international writer, photographer, filmmaker, martial artist, and creator of Creative Enso, the Zen art of creative living. His goal is to empower and inspire creatives to live healthier, happier, and more creative lifestyles.
