Living an active, healthy lifestyle oftentimes requires some support. Whether it's running a mile each morning or taking a few hours to de-stress, having a friend along for the ride can be good motivation.
One app brings the concept of community to a sometimes solitary task: meditation. Insight Timer [iTunes link] combines meditation techniques with a global community of fellow meditators to support the relaxation process. Check out the video, above, for more.
The app uses the sound of Tibetan singing bowls as a guide through the meditation session, and the noises can be set at specific times. Users can track their progress through charts and statistics and are awarded Insight "milestones" for session achievements.
The timer, which can be paused and resumed, comes with a password-protected journal for notes and the "connect" feature lets you see others around the world meditating at the same time.
In addition to a map indicating simultaneous sessions, users can link social media accounts to follow each other's practice. You also have the option of sending a friend request and sending a message of support to fellow meditators.
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