21 celebrities who practice meditation
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Here are 21 celebrities who practice meditation. They use it as a tool to refocus and connect with their inner selves. In addition, meditation is useful for them to reduce stress, improve concentration and connect to their creativity. Also, celebrities practice meditation according to their needs. That is to say that some can practice it on a daily basis, while others practice it only before a performance. In addition, several celebrities, quoted in this article, have been practicing meditation for many years. And that, long before meditation became popular.
Meditation has become increasingly popular over the past few years. The main reason is that the benefits of meditation are effective and proved by science. Moreover, it is a practice accessible to all spheres of society, which can be practiced anywhere, anytime. There is no age to start meditation. Do like these 21 celebrities who practice meditation and start your practice, if you haven’t already. Several techniques are available. If you don’t know where to start, read this article to learn about the 5 most popular types of meditation. Moreover, you can start your practice now with guided meditations.
Let’s see who are these celebrities and what they use meditation for.
From Oprah Winfrey to Ellen DeGeneres
Here are English-speaking celebrities who practice meditation.
Oprah Winfrey, refocusing and reducing stress
Oprah Winfrey is an American television personality, producer, and philanthropist. She practices meditation to connect with her inner self, to refocus and to reduce stress. She said, “Meditation is a valuable tool that helps me get to know my inner self. It’s a journey I’m happy to take.”
Hugh Jackman, staying focused and reducing stress
Hugh Jackman is an Australian actor best known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men film series. He practices meditation to improve his mental and emotional well-being, to stay focused on his goals, and to reduce stress. He said, “Meditation is a way for me to stay calm and focused. It helps me stay present in the moment and feel more connected with others.”
Russell Brand, releasing anxiety and being in the moment
Russell Brand is a British comedian, actor and activist. He practices meditation to free himself from anxiety and depression and to improve his ability to be present in the present moment. He said, “Meditation is a practice that helps me find peace in my chaotic mind.”
Kobe Bryant, staying calm under pressure
Kobe Bryant was a legendary American basketball player, who died in 2020. He practiced meditation to improve his focus and his ability to stay calm under pressure. He said, “Meditation allows me to find a state of mind that allows me to stay focused and feel at peace.”
Katy Perry, improving her mental and emotional well-being
Katy Perry is an American singer known for pop songs like “Roar” and “Firework”. She practices meditation to manage anxiety and to improve her mental and emotional well-being. She said, “Meditation has helped me connect with my inner self and feel more at peace with myself.”
Gisele Bündchen, reduce stress and improve concentration
Gisele Bündchen is a Brazilian model known for being one of the highest paid supermodels in the world. She practices meditation to reduce stress, to improve her concentration and to connect with her inner self. She said, “Meditation is a way for me to refocus and feel more connected with my body and mind.”
Jerry Seinfeld, calming down and concentrating before a show
Jerry Seinfeld is an American comedian known for his eponymous television series “Seinfeld”. He practices meditation to calm down and focus before his stand-up shows and to stay present in the moment. He said, “Meditation helps me find a state of mind that allows me to focus on the moment.”
Deepak Chopra, teaches meditation
Deepak Chopra is a meditation teacher and uses a variety of methods, including Vipassana meditation and mindfulness meditation, to help people improve their physical and mental well-being.
Ellen DeGeneres, reduce stress and improve her well-being
Ellen DeGeneres is an American television host and comedian. She practices meditation to reduce stress and to improve her mental and emotional well-being. She said, “I practice meditation every day. It helps me stay calm and focused, and keep my energy positive. I think everyone should try meditation.”
From Celine Dion to Coeur de Pirate
Here are French-speaking celebrities who practice meditation.
Xavier Dolan, improving his creativity and connecting to his inner self
Xavier Dolan is a Quebec director, screenwriter and actor. He practices meditation to enhance his creativity and to connect with his inner self. He said, “Meditation helps me find a mindset that allows me to focus on my ideas and connect with my creativity.”
Celine Dion, calming down before a show and connecting to her inner self
Celine Dion is a Quebec singer known for hits like “My Heart Will Go On”. She practices meditation to calm down before her shows and to connect with her inner self. She said, “Meditation is a way for me to connect with my inner self and feel more at peace with myself.”
Mireille Darc, reducing stress and connecting with her inner self
Mireille Darc was a French actress and director, who died in 2017. She practiced meditation to reduce stress and to connect with her inner self. She said, “Meditation helps me find inner peace and stay calm, even in difficult times.”
Marc Levy, improving his creativity and connecting with his inner self
Marc Levy is a French writer known for novels like “And if it was true”. He practices meditation to enhance his creativity and to connect with his inner self. He said, “Meditation is a way for me to connect with my thoughts and ideas, and focus on what’s important.”
Guillaume Musso, improving his creativity and refocusing
Guillaume Musso is a French writer known for novels like “Et après”. He practices meditation to enhance his creativity and to connect with his inner self. He said, “Meditation is a way for me to refocus and connect with my creative ideas.”
Karine Vanasse, feeling at peace and managing her emotions
Karine Vanasse is a Quebec actress known for roles in films like “Polytechnique”. She practices meditation to improve her mental and emotional well-being and to connect with her inner self. She said: “Meditation has helped me feel more at peace with myself and manage my emotions.”
Kev Adams, calming down and concentrating before a show
Kev Adams is a French comedian known for stand-up shows and roles in films like “Les Profs”. He practices meditation to calm down and stay focused before his stand-up shows. He said, “Meditation helps me find a mindset that allows me to focus on my jokes and feel more relaxed on stage.”
Edith Piaf, finding inner peace
Edith Piaf was a legendary French singer, who died in 1963. She practiced meditation to connect with her inner self and to find peace in her tumultuous life. She said, “Meditation helps me find inner peace and focus on what’s important in life.”
Isabelle Adjani, understanding her emotions and managing her stress
Isabelle Adjani is a French actress known for roles in films like “La Reine Margot”. She practices meditation to improve her mental and emotional well-being and to connect with her inner self. She said: “Meditation has helped me better understand my emotions and manage my stress.”
Sophie Marceau, at peace with her self and managing her emotions
Sophie Marceau is a French actress and director known for films like “La Boum”. She practices meditation to improve her mental and emotional well-being and to connect with her inner self. She said, “Meditation helps me feel more at peace with myself and better manage my emotions.”
Véronic DiCaire, stay calm and focus on her performance
Véronic DiCaire is a Quebec singer and impersonator known for shows where she imitates the voices of celebrities. She practices meditation to calm down before her shows and to connect with her inner self. She said: “Meditation helps me stay calm and focus on my performance.”
Cœur de pirate, manage her emotions and stay focused
Cœur de pirate is the stage name of Quebec singer and songwriter Béatrice Martin. She practices meditation to improve her mental and emotional well-being and to connect with her inner self. She said, “Meditation has helped me better manage my emotions and stay focused on my creative endeavors.”
The motivations of celebrities who meditate
The personalities listed in this article practice meditation for different reasons. Among other things, they use it to improve their creativity, to connect with their inner self. In addition, they practice it to manage stress and emotions, and to stay focused before their shows or creative projects. Meditation can provide many mental and emotional health benefits, and these celebrities are concrete examples.
Everyone has their own approach and there are many different techniques. It’s likely that some of these celebrities practice more than one type of meditation, or have tailored their own personal approach to suit their needs and preferences.
Among other things, Oprah Winfrey has been practicing meditation for many years and she uses the method of transcendental meditation. Hugh Jackman, for his part, has been practicing meditation for over 20 years and uses a combination of guided meditation, yoga and visualization. Next, as for Deepak Chopra, he uses a variety of methods, including Vipassana meditation and mindfulness meditation. Oprah Winfrey and Deepak Chopra have teamed up to offer guided meditation programs. I share my experience with you in my article “21 days of meditation with Oprah Winfrey and Deepak Chopra”.
In conclusion
In conclusion, it is interesting to note that each of the celebrities use meditation for both similar and sometimes distinct objectives. For example, the majority of celebrities who meditate do so to reduce stress, while others use it to improve focus or creativity.
Some celebrities, such as Hugh Jackman, use guided meditations. If you want to start meditating, the easiest way is to listen to guided meditations. You will find guided meditations on my Youtube channel.
Hoping that these celebrities will inspire you to start meditating, if you haven’t already or give you the desire to continue.
Wish you all the best.
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