Joel Cross

13.3k Followers

Joel Cross is a Grammy-nominated musician, certified meditation teacher, and creator of the R.I.S.E. Journal method, a guided framework for self-discovery through meditative journaling. Certified under master meditation teacher davidji, Joel brings a rare blend of artistry, spiritual depth, and warmth to his teaching. His guided meditations and journaling practices weave together soulful music, compassionate inquiry, and grounded wisdom to help listeners reconnect with who they truly are. Joel's work centers on authenticity, self-love, and the courage it takes to live from the heart. Whether guiding a 30-day meditation journey or a single session of stillness, he creates a space where vulnerability feels safe and transformation feels natural. As the founder of Beautiful Souls, an international mindfulness community, Joel has guided thousands of people through daily live mindfulness practices and deep inner work designed to help them build consistency, cultivate self-awareness, and develop a lasting relationship with their inner life, one that empowers them to show up more fully, love more freely, and live as who they truly are.

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Reviews

Kjoyatr1 Mcgee

Jun 14, 2026

I absolutely love all your meditations. It really puts me in the scenery. , The mindset, And whatever you’re saying resonates with the present moment of what I’m thinking and feeling thank you absolutely so much for your dedication to us.

Fabio Giusti

Jun 14, 2026

What a soothing voice, thank you for this méditation!

Judith Worrell

Jun 5, 2026

The intention setting suggestion at the end of this meditation added the finishing touch

M.I.S.H Life

Jun 3, 2026

Thank you Joel. This meditation was effortlessly peaceful.

Julie

Jun 3, 2026

I love these. I love the simplicity of them. I feel affirmed, grounded, and stable. Thank you, I will return to them as well as choose to write them out 🙏💚

Jocelyn Merhab

Jun 2, 2026

Fabulous 🙏🏾♥️✌🏾

Ashley Wickstead

Jun 2, 2026

Dynamite 🧨!❤️

Kjoyatr1 Mcgee

Jun 1, 2026

This meditation is truly remarkable. The meditation for joy is exceptionally powerful. It feels deeply connected to my heart, as if you were sitting in my living room, playing your guitar live, and guiding me into a meditation so profound that my soul is able to truly release and allow joy to flood my heart. Please continue your work. Namaste.

Anne-Marie Ladegaard

Jun 1, 2026

Really beautiful, healing meditation and your guitar music was such a gentle and perfect background to your soft voice. 🥰👌🏽❤️

Joan Sichel

May 31, 2026

Loved everything about this meditation..guitar playing, joy to self and others, as well as the peaceful pauses.

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