20 Minute Meditation Timer
The classic 20-minute meditation is the standard for mantra-based and many established practices. This duration allows the mind to fully settle, moving past initial restlessness into a state of deep rest and awareness. It is widely recommended by meditation teachers across traditions worldwide.
Customize bells and segments below. Your settings are saved automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 20 minutes the standard meditation length?
Twenty minutes is the duration recommended by most mantra meditation traditions and many mindfulness programs. It allows the mind to fully settle past surface-level thoughts into deeper states of rest and awareness.
Can I split a 20-minute session into segments?
Yes. Many practitioners use a 2-minute warm-up, 16-minute main meditation, and 2-minute cool-down. Timefully lets you configure these segments with different bells for each transition.