A Course in Happiness

Happiness is indeed one of the science-backed benefits of meditation. People find happiness through meditation because it’s a tried-and-true method that allows the innate qualities of the mind to express themselves. And yes, happiness is part of who you truly are! Even those who meditate with different goals in mind find they count on their daily meditation to keep happiness and joy in their lives.

Meditation makes us happy because it allows us to discern where true happiness really comes from. By and large, happy people agree that the true source of happiness is a contented, peaceful mind, a sense of purpose and a compassionate mindset. These qualities are strengthened through meditation, so much so they stay with us no matter our circumstances. Increased happiness is just one of the ways meditation can improve your life.

To meditate on happiness, it helps to begin with guided meditation for happiness. Meditation for joy helps deepen awareness of positive emotions, but we learn to accept our unloved emotions too. Meditations on joy may include calling to mind a past memory, or even the happiness of another. As we learn more about what true happiness feels like, we better understand where to find it.

Happiness meditation is the practice of happiness. We attempt to experience happiness all the time, but we generally do so by looking in the wrong place. In meditation, we practice connecting to the one place happiness always is, the present moment. Guided meditation for happiness is no different from any other type of meditation practice in that it helps you get to know your mind better, and creates space for the natural, innate qualities of the mind to shine through.