Celebrate World Meditation Day with Fun Tips for Joy and Happiness

Liz Lee
Dec 21, 2025
5 min read

Updated: Jan 15

Every year, World Meditation Day offers a wonderful chance to pause, breathe, and reconnect with ourselves. It’s not just about sitting quietly; it’s about finding joy and happiness in simple moments.

I love how this day reminds us that meditation can be fun, light, and exciting, not just serious or quiet. If you’ve ever thought meditation was too hard or boring, today’s your day to try it differently. Let me share some fun ways to celebrate World Meditation Day that will bring a smile to your face and calm to your mind.

1. Try a Guided Meditation with a Twist

Guided meditations are great for beginners, but you can make them more playful. Look for guided sessions that include laughter yoga, visualization of happy places, or even storytelling. Imagine a meditation where you picture yourself on a beach, feeling the sun and hearing waves, but with a silly twist, maybe the seagulls are singing your favourite song! This kind of meditation keeps things light and joyful.

How to start:

Search for “fun guided meditation” on your favorite app, YouTube or try Insight Timer.
Pick one that feels cheerful or silly.
Set a timer for 5 to 10 minutes to keep it short and sweet.

This approach helps you relax without feeling like you have to be perfectly still or serious.

2. Meditate with Movement

Meditation doesn’t have to mean sitting still. Moving meditation can be a joyful way to celebrate. Try walking meditation in your backyard or a nearby park. Focus on the feeling of your feet touching the ground, the rhythm of your steps, and the sounds around you. You can even add a playful element by imagining you’re walking on clouds or tiptoeing like a cat.

Tips for moving meditation:

Choose a quiet, safe place to walk slowly.
Breathe deeply and match your breath to your steps.
Notice small details like the breeze or birdsong.

This method helps you stay present and enjoy the moment while gently moving your body.

3. Create a Meditation Jar

Here’s a fun craft idea that doubles as a meditation tool - and its great tool for kids to practice calm. Take a clear jar and fill it with water, glitter, and a bit of glue or clear corn syrup to slow the glitter’s fall. When you shake the jar, the glitter swirls around like a tiny galaxy. Watching the glitter settle can be a calming meditation practice.

How to use your jar:

Shake it when you feel stressed or distracted.
Watch the glitter slowly settle while you take deep breaths.
Use it as a reminder to slow down and find calm.

This hands-on activity is perfect for kids and adults alike, making meditation playful and visual.

4. Host a Meditation Party

Why not celebrate World Meditation Day with friends or family? A meditation party can be a lighthearted way to share joy and calm together. You can try group breathing exercises, share favourite meditation apps, or even do a laughter meditation where everyone laughs together for a few minutes.

Ideas for your party:

Start with a simple breathing exercise.
Play calming music or nature sounds.
Share what meditation means to each person.
End with a group gratitude circle.

This social approach makes meditation feel less like a solo task and more like a joyful gathering. If you have a pet, make sure you include them. Cats can be a great addition if they are sitting and purring on your lap - they help regulate your heart rate and calm your stress :)

5. Use Fun Props to Meditate

Props can make meditation more engaging. Try meditating with a huge soft pillow, a flickering electric candle (I have lots of these to set a scene), an essential oils diffuser, or a small stuffed animal. These items can help you focus and add a comforting touch. For example, holding a smooth stone, a crystal or a feather can remind you to stay grounded and present.

How to pick your props:

Choose items that feel pleasant to touch or smell.
Use them to anchor your attention during meditation.
Change props depending on your mood or the season.

This simple trick makes meditation feel cozy and inviting. As davidji says "Comfort is queen!"

6. Meditate with Music or Sounds

Music can transform meditation into a joyful experience. Pick tunes that make you feel happy and relaxed, like gentle acoustic songs, nature sounds, or even playful instrumental tracks. You can close your eyes and let the music guide your breath and thoughts.

Try this:

Create a playlist of calming or uplifting songs, there are so many available free online. Insight Timer (free!) has a whole music section with calming music to meditate to.
Sit or lie down comfortably.
Focus on the sounds and how they make you feel.

Music meditation can lift your spirits and help you connect with joy.

7. Practice Gratitude Meditation

Gratitude meditation is a simple way to boost happiness. Take a few minutes to think about things you appreciate, big or small. It could be a sunny day, a kind word from a friend, or your favourite snack. Focusing on gratitude shifts your mind toward positive feelings.

How to do it:

Close your eyes and take deep breaths.
Think of three things you’re grateful for.
Picture each one clearly and feel the warmth it brings.

This practice is quick, easy, and perfect for daily joy.

8. Meditate Outdoors and Connect with Nature

Nature offers a natural calm that enhances meditation. Find a quiet spot outside, a garden, park, or even your balcony. Sit comfortably and notice the colors, smells, and sounds around you. Let your breath match the rhythm of the breeze or the rustling leaves. Perhaps combine with #2 and enjoy a mindful walk first, before you find a quiet spot.

Benefits of outdoor meditation:

Fresh air boosts your mood.
Natural light helps regulate your body clock.
Nature’s sounds can deepen relaxation.

Spending time outside while meditating adds a refreshing, joyful layer to your practice.

9. Use Visualization to Create a Happy Place

Visualization meditation invites you to imagine a place where you feel completely happy and safe. It could be a real place you love or a fantasy world you create. Picture the details, the colours, smells, sounds, and textures. This mental escape can bring instant joy and calm.

Steps to visualize:

Close your eyes and breathe deeply.
Imagine your happy place in detail.
Spend a few minutes exploring it in your mind.

This technique is a powerful way to boost happiness anytime you need a quick mental break.

10. End Your Day with a Fun Meditation Ritual

Finish World Meditation Day by creating a bedtime meditation ritual that feels joyful. You might stretch gently, listen to a funny or soothing story, or repeat a happy phrase like “I am calm and joyful.” This ritual helps you relax and sets a positive tone for restful sleep.

Ideas for your ritual: