Loving-Kindness Meditation Timer (Metta)
Loving-kindness meditation (Metta) is a heart-centered practice that cultivates feelings of warmth, compassion, and goodwill — first toward yourself, then expanding outward to loved ones, acquaintances, difficult people, and ultimately all beings. Research links regular Metta practice to reduced self-criticism, greater empathy, and improved emotional well-being. Set a 15–30 minute session and use Timefully's transition bells to mark each phase of your practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I practice loving-kindness meditation?
Begin by directing feelings of warmth toward yourself, then gradually expand to loved ones, neutral people, difficult people, and all beings. Use Timefully's segments to mark each phase with a gentle bell.
How long should a Metta session be?
A 15-30 minute session is typical. Spending 3-5 minutes on each phase (self, loved ones, neutral, difficult, all beings) creates a natural 15-25 minute structure.