Loving Kindness Meditation

This is a mindfulness meditation that explores compassion for self and others. In the practice you'll be asked to call to mind three beings: one person / being whom you love in an uncomplicated way; then someone you feel neutral about such as a distant relative or a nodding acquaintance; and finally, someone with whom you have a more challenging relationship - this does not have to be anything major, it could for example just be someone you don't know who pushed in front of you in a line. In all 3 cases, the advice is not to pick anyone too triggering because that can feel distressing and distracting. As with all practices, start gently and only do what feels right for you. Please note that there is no ending bell, so you may wish to set a timer.