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    Mindfulness Exercises — for Practice, Teaching & Certification

    Mindfulness Exercises is the home of 3,000+ free practices and scripts, trusted by 20M+ people since 2014 — alongside accredited teacher training for those called to share mindfulness with care, authenticity, and integrity.

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    2,000+ graduates teaching in clinical, corporate & community settings · 30+ countries

    Lead your first guided session in 80 hours of training — fully online, self-paced, no prerequisites.
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    Already practicing? Most of our 2,000+ certified teachers started with free practices, then trained with us

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    20M+Practitioners Served Since 2014
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    Endorsed byJack Kornfield · Gabor Maté · Sharon Salzberg

    Endorsed by Leading Mindfulness Teachers

    • Portrait of Gabor Maté, M.D.
      “A visionary who brings scope, insight and compassion to his teaching.”

      Gabor Maté, M.D. · Author, The Myth of Normal

    • Portrait of Jack Kornfield
      “Sean is a wonderful teacher, well practiced in mindfulness and compassion.”

      Jack Kornfield · Founder, Spirit Rock Meditation Center

    • Portrait of Dr. Rick Hanson
      “The absolute gold standard for mindfulness training and coaching. He really is the best, and I recommend him wholeheartedly.”

      Dr. Rick Hanson · Clinical Psychologist · NYT Bestselling Author

    Also endorsed by Sharon Salzberg · Christopher Germer

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    Most-loved mindfulness quote collections

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    A note from our founder

    From Sean Fargo

    I believe that mindfulness isn’t just a personal practice — it’s a collective path forward.

    Drawing from years as a Buddhist monk and teaching 20 million people worldwide, I created Mindfulness Exercises to make mindfulness accessible, practical, and rooted in compassion.

    Together, we’re building a more mindful world — one breath, one moment, one compassionate action at a time. Thank you for being here. I’d be honored to serve you.

    — Sean Fargo

    • Founder of Mindfulness Exercises
    • Former Buddhist Monk
    • Instructor for the mindfulness program born at Google
    • Former Staff at Spirit Rock Meditation Center (5 Years)
    • Eagle Scout
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    Sean Fargo as a Buddhist monk at the Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery, a community in the Ajahn Chah tradition of Thai Theravada Buddhism
    Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery · Ajahn Chah tradition

    Practitioners Worldwide

    Used by 20 million+ people worldwide since 2014

    Therapists, coaches, educators, and clinicians on how Mindfulness Exercises has supported their practice and their work.

    Professional Training

    Accredited training for clinicians, coaches, and teachers

    Start in the free library above, then choose a structured path when you are ready to lead sessions for others.

    Most complete path

    Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher (CMMT)

    Who It's For

    Therapists, counselors, coaches, yoga teachers, and educators — 2,000+ graduates in 30+ countries

    What You'll Achieve

    • Teach mindfulness without self-doubt, fear of judgment, or imposter syndrome
    • Lead practical mindfulness programs in clinical, corporate, and community settings
    • Use 'CMMT' after your name with a verified credential trusted internationally
    Program: CPD Certified · IMMA Member · APA-approved CE credits* · Lead teacher Sean Fargo: IMTA-certified
    100% online · Self-paced · No prerequisites · 80 hours · Lifetime access · No renewal fees
    What's included: Tuition: $1,497 (Core) or $1,997 with the brandable curriculum. Flexible payment plans from $149/mo. Eligible pay-in-full registrants also receive bonus trauma-sensitive training and a 1:1 hour with Sean.
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    Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness Training

    Who It's For

    Mindfulness teachers, yoga teachers, coaches, therapists, and healthcare educators

    What You'll Achieve

    • Recognize trauma responses and adapt mindfulness practices responsibly
    • Teach body scans, breath work, and sitting practice with opt-out language
    CPD Certified · IMMA Member
    Online · Self-paced · 15 hours · Lifetime access
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    Teacher Certification

    “Teach mindfulness without self-doubt”

    Earn the Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher (CMMT) credential with structure, practice, mentorship, and support for fear of judgment or imposter syndrome.

    Tuition & inclusions: Tuition: $1,497 (Core) or $1,997 with the brandable curriculum. Flexible payment plans from $149/mo. Eligible pay-in-full registrants also receive the trauma-sensitive certification bonus, included CE credits, and one free hour with Sean.
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    Best for: Therapists, counselors, coaches, yoga teachers, educators

    You get: Use 'CMMT' after your name with a verified LinkedIn badge

    Includes: 80 hours · 100% online · self-paced · lifetime access · no renewal fees

    Who it's for
    • Therapists, counselors, coaches, yoga teachers, educators
    • 2,000+ certified graduates across 30+ countries since 2014
    What you'll achieve
    • Use 'CMMT' after your name with a verified LinkedIn badge
    • Lead practical mindfulness programs in clinical, corporate & community settings
    • Listed on the public graduate directory
    What's included
    • 80 hours · 100% online · self-paced · lifetime access · no renewal fees
    • Program accredited by CPD & IMMA · APA-approved CE credits available
    • Lead teacher Sean Fargo holds IMTA mindfulness teacher certification
    • 10-week curriculum + 30 training videos + workbook + 200 scripts
    • Monthly live workshops with teachers like Gabor Maté, Rick Hanson, Byron Katie & more
    • Pay-in-full registrants receive bonus trauma-sensitive training and a 1:1 hour with Sean
    Portrait of Gabor Maté
    “Having collaborated with Sean Fargo, I can attest that he is a visionary who brings scope, insight and compassion to his teaching and support of others on the path of meditation.”
    Gabor Maté·M.D. · Author, The Myth of Normal

    Get the Curriculum

    “I need ready-to-teach material”

    10 done-for-you sessions with 400+ brandable slides, scripts, and workbooks — start teaching this week.

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    Best for: Therapists, coaches, yoga teachers, corporate facilitators

    You get: Run multi-week group programs or standalone workshops

    Includes: 10 facilitator scripts · 400+ slides · 10 student workbooks

    Who it's for
    • Therapists, coaches, yoga teachers, corporate facilitators
    • No certification required to teach with these materials
    What you'll achieve
    • Run multi-week group programs or standalone workshops
    • Brand every slide and workbook with your own logo
    • Save weeks of session-prep time
    What's included
    • 10 facilitator scripts · 400+ slides · 10 student workbooks
    • Plus: 200 meditation scripts, 300 worksheets, 10 teacher deep-dives
    • Commercial license · fully editable · lifetime access · Adult/Teen/Bundle
    “I went from feeling unsure to leading group sessions confidently within a week. The scripts gave me structure while still letting me bring my own voice.”
    Sarah A.·Therapist

    Trauma-Sensitive Training

    “I want to teach trauma-sensitively”

    A 15-hour certification to recognize trauma responses, modify practices, and teach within ethical scope.

    Begin Trauma Training — $297

    Best for: Mindfulness & yoga teachers, coaches, therapists, healthcare educators

    You get: Recognize hyperarousal, hypoarousal & dissociation in real time

    Includes: 4 expert-led modules · 62-page workbook · 3 ready-to-use scripts

    Who it's for
    • Mindfulness & yoga teachers, coaches, therapists, healthcare educators
    • Anyone with a regular practice who wants to support others responsibly
    What you'll achieve
    • Recognize hyperarousal, hypoarousal & dissociation in real time
    • Modify body scans, breath work & sits with opt-out language
    • Make confident referrals — knowing exactly when to refer out
    What's included
    • 4 expert-led modules · 62-page workbook · 3 ready-to-use scripts
    • Expert-led masterclasses, worksheets, and ready-to-use scripts
    • CPD & IMMA accredited · No renewal fees
    Portrait of Jack Kornfield
    “Sean is a wonderful teacher, well practiced in the teachings of mindfulness and compassion, dedicated and thoughtful.”
    Jack Kornfield·Renowned Mindfulness Teacher · Founder, Spirit Rock

    Get the Scripts

    “I just need meditation scripts”

    200 expert-written guided meditation scripts across 12 categories — open, read, guide.

    Get the Script Library — $97

    Best for: Therapists, coaches, yoga instructors, retreat & workshop leaders

    You get: Save 2+ hours per week on session prep

    Includes: 200 PDFs across 12 categories · 3–30 min sessions · trauma-informed

    Who it's for
    • Therapists, coaches, yoga instructors, retreat & workshop leaders
    • Trusted by 10,000+ professionals · 4.9/5 rating
    What you'll achieve
    • Save 2+ hours per week on session prep
    • Guide with confidence in 1:1, group, corporate or retreat settings
    • Use in paid sessions, recordings, courses & email sequences
    What's included
    • 200 PDFs across 12 categories · 3–30 min sessions · trauma-informed
    • Commercial-use license included · master index · natural pacing built in
    • One-time payment · Lifetime updates
    “I save 2+ hours every week on session prep. Last month's anxiety series got the most positive feedback I've ever received.”
    Veronica Lebednik·Yoga Teacher · Guides 10-min meditations in class

    Mindful Sales System

    “I want to sell my programs to organizations”

    A complete B2B sales toolkit for conscious practitioners — email templates, pitch decks, discovery frameworks, and an objection playbook.

    Get the Sales System — $297

    Best for: Mindfulness teachers, coaches, yoga teachers, wellness facilitators

    You get: Book your first paid corporate contract using the 30-day path

    Includes: 6 video modules + 16 ready-to-use sales tools

    Who it's for
    • Mindfulness teachers, coaches, yoga teachers, wellness facilitators
    • Practitioners with great programs who struggle to find & close B2B deals
    What you'll achieve
    • Book your first paid corporate contract using the 30-day path
    • Run confident discovery calls with a values-aligned process
    • Handle objections and pricing conversations without pressure tactics
    What's included
    • 6 video modules + 16 ready-to-use sales tools
    • Pitch deck templates · proposal templates · CRM spreadsheet
    • Monthly live Q&A with instructor Danny Grieco
    “Just did about 10 new outreaches and 10 follow-ups — 5 calls already scheduled.”
    Jakey Toor·ICF Certified Somatic Coach, Strozzi Institute

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    Why Professionals Choose Us

    Credibility you can verify

    Accredited programs, experienced faculty, and a track record of professional outcomes.

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    Approved by the American Psychological Association. CE credits accepted for psychologists, MFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, LEPs, and nurses in most U.S. states.

    200+ Teachers

    Experienced Faculty

    Programs developed and taught by licensed clinicians, certified mindfulness teachers, and published researchers.

    Career-Ready

    Applied Outcomes

    Graduates teach mindfulness in therapy, hospitals, schools, corporate wellness programs, and private practice.

    3,000+ Practices

    Comprehensive Library

    Thousands of guided practices, worksheets, and research summaries — freely available, clinician-reviewed, and updated weekly.

    Free Resource Library

    Free practices you can use or share today

    Guided meditations, breathing exercises, scripts, and worksheets for personal practice or client sessions.

    Guided Practice15 min

    Body Scan for Deep Relaxation

    A 15-minute body scan that builds interoceptive awareness, often used in clinical stress reduction and professional mindfulness programs.

    Stress Relief
    Breathing Exercise5 min

    Three Deep Breaths

    A short, structured breathing practice shown to activate the parasympathetic response. Used in therapy and self-care for acute stress.

    Anxiety
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    Free Guided Meditation Scripts

    Hundreds of clinician-reviewed scripts you can read aloud or share with clients — sorted by theme and length.

    Scripts
    Guided Practice10 min

    Self-Compassion Pause

    A short metta-inspired practice — clinically studied for its effects on self-compassion and emotional resilience.

    Compassion
    Exercise10 min

    Walking Meditation

    Take mindfulness off the cushion. A guided walking practice for parks, hallways, or any everyday environment.

    Movement
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    Free Mindfulness Worksheets

    Printable worksheets and exercises for personal practice or use with clients — always free to download.

    Tools
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    3,000+ free practices · Updated weekly · No account required

    Explore the library

    Free mindfulness exercises for every moment & intention

    Mindfulness Exercises is a free, donation-supported library of guided practices, scripts, worksheets, and teacher training resources. Use the collections below to find the right mindfulness exercise for the person, feeling, or context in front of you.

    Live Sessions

    Join free weekly meditations, Q&A, and guest teacher workshops

    Practice live, ask questions, and stay connected inside our free mindfulness community, with deeper certification labs for students who are training to teach.

    Free community

    Practice with people who are learning alongside you

    Join the community to see upcoming sessions, ask questions, share reflections, and stay connected between live practices.

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    Tuesdays

    4:00-4:30 PM PT

    20-Minute Meditation

    Free live practice

    A short weekly practice for anyone who wants a calm reset, a little structure, and a steady reminder to keep practicing.

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    Wednesdays

    11:00 AM-1:00 PM PT

    Wednesday Meditation + Q&A

    Practice + discussion

    Guided meditation, community discussion, and practical Q&A with Sean Fargo and the Mindfulness Exercises teaching team.

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    Mondays

    11:00 AM-1:00 PM PT

    Practice Teaching Others

    Certification practice lab

    A supportive space for certification students to practice guiding mindfulness, listen, and receive thoughtful feedback.

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    Monthly

    Schedule varies

    Guest Teacher Workshops

    Live workshop

    Live sessions with guest teachers from the certification program, including workshops for practice, teaching, and professional growth.

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    Practice today, or train to share mindfulness with others

    Explore 3,000+ free mindfulness exercises for personal practice, or train with our APA-approved*path for therapists, coaches, and serious practitioners ready to teach with care.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Frequently asked questions about Mindfulness Exercises

    Quick answers about the site, the practices, our founder, and the accredited teacher certification.

    What are mindfulness exercises?
    Mindfulness exercises are short, evidence-based practices that train attention, ease stress, and build emotional regulation. They include guided meditations, body scans, breathwork, journaling prompts, and reflection scripts. Mindfulness Exercises curates more than 3,000 of these practices, scripts, and worksheets so teachers, therapists, and individuals can find the right exercise for the moment.
    Is Mindfulness Exercises free?
    Yes — the majority of the 3,000+ guided meditations, downloadable scripts, printable worksheets, ebooks, and on-demand video lessons on Mindfulness Exercises are free to use, share, and adapt with attribution. The paid offering is the accredited Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification for professionals who want to teach the practices, which includes live training, mentorship, and a $1,000 evergreen discount.
    Who founded Mindfulness Exercises?
    Mindfulness Exercises was founded by Sean Fargo in 2014. Sean is a former Buddhist monk in the Thai Theravada tradition and an IMTA-certified mindfulness teacher who has trained tens of thousands of practitioners, therapists, coaches, and educators worldwide.
    Are Mindfulness Exercises practices research-backed?
    Yes. The practices draw on the same evidence-based methodology used in MBSR, MBCT, and other clinically validated mindfulness programs. The teacher certification is APA-approved for continuing education credits and is accredited by the CPD Certification Service and the International Mindfulness & Meditation Alliance (IMMA), so the curriculum meets recognized standards for professional training.
    Does Mindfulness Exercises offer teacher certification?
    Yes. The Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification is accredited by the CPD Certification Service and the International Mindfulness & Meditation Alliance (IMMA), with APA-approved continuing education credits. The program is open to therapists, counselors, coaches, educators, and serious practitioners. Lead teacher Sean Fargo is a former Buddhist monk in the Thai Theravada tradition and holds an IMTA mindfulness teacher certification. Learn more at /certify.

    From the Blog

    Latest mindfulness exercises & insights

    Fresh practices, scripts, and teaching guidance — drawn from our library of 1,500+ articles.

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    Podcast

    The Mindfulness Exercises Podcast

    Long-form conversations with leading meditation teachers on practice, certification, and trauma-sensitive teaching.

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