Body Scan Journey
Travel through your body from feet to head, lighting up each part with gentle awareness. Body Scan Journey practises somatic body awareness and is best for tension, restlessness, sleep.
How to play Body Scan Journey
- 1Lie down or sit comfortably and close your eyes if that feels okay.
- 2Follow the journey from your toes up to your head.
- 3Notice each part without trying to change it.
- 4Finish by feeling your whole body at once.
Who it helps
- Restlessness or physical tension
- Trouble settling before sleep
- Building body awareness in children
- A short reset after sitting still for a long time
- Adults new to formal meditation
Why Body Scan Journey works
Body scan meditation, popularised by Jon Kabat-Zinn through Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), trains interoceptive awareness, the ability to notice internal body sensations. People with stronger interoceptive awareness are better at recognising when they are stressed, tired or overwhelmed, which gives them an early-warning system for emotional dysregulation before it escalates.
Read the full guide on our blog →Frequently Asked Questions
What age is Body Scan Journey for?
Body Scan Journey is designed for ages 7+. Use the age button in the top corner of the game to switch between Little (5-8), Older (9-12) and Teen+ modes, which adjust the tips, text size and voice speed.
What does Body Scan Journey teach?
It practises somatic body awareness. It works best for tension, restlessness, sleep.
Is Body Scan Journey free?
Yes. It runs in any modern web browser on phones, tablets and computers, with no app, download or account needed.
Can it replace therapy or medical care?
No. Mindfulness games are a supportive everyday practice, not a treatment. If a child or adult is struggling with ongoing anxiety, low mood, anger or sleep problems, speak with a doctor, counsellor or other qualified professional.
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