Is Calm Meditation Religious? (Mindfulness Principles & Techniques)
No, Calm is not tied to any religion. All of our teachings and meditation sessions are universal and strictly non-religious.
What Type of Meditation Does Calm Use?
Calm meditation sessions are based on mindfulness meditation principles. Mindfulness is the secular practice of paying attention to our thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment.
Specific Practices within Calm
To help you develop awareness and equanimity, some of our sessions introduce specific techniques that lie within the broader umbrella of mindfulness. These practices include:
Vipassana: A traditional practice focused on deep insight and self-observation.
Loving-Kindness: A practice focused on cultivating compassion for yourself and others.
Because our content focuses on universal mindfulness, Calm can be used by anyone, regardless of their personal belief systems!