Joel Cross

Cleburne, TX, USA

14k Followers

Joel Cross is a Grammy-nominated musician, certified meditation teacher, and creator of the R.I.S.E. Journal method, a guided framework for self-discovery through meditative journaling. Certified under master meditation teacher davidji, Joel brings a rare blend of artistry, spiritual depth, and warmth to his teaching. His guided meditations and journaling practices weave together soulful music, compassionate inquiry, and grounded wisdom to help listeners reconnect with who they truly are. Joel's work centers on authenticity, self-love, and the courage it takes to live from the heart. Whether guiding a 30-day meditation journey or a single session of stillness, he creates a space where vulnerability feels safe and transformation feels natural. As the founder of Beautiful Souls, an international mindfulness community, Joel has guided thousands of people through daily live mindfulness practices and deep inner work designed to help them build consistency, cultivate self-awareness, and develop a lasting relationship with their inner life, one that empowers them to show up more fully, love more freely, and live as who they truly are.

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Reviews

Jen

Aug 19, 2026

Love the guitar and river imagery. Will return to this. Thank you.

Danielle Street

Aug 15, 2026

I love your beautiful energy Joel. I surrender. Thank you 🙏🏻❤️😊

Elisa Porter

Aug 11, 2026

Joel has such a gorgeous way of holding space for all that is. His voice comes from the heart, and is paired with soothing guitar that tickles out our inner voice of intutiton.

Cathy

Aug 9, 2026

Empowering message, another track I'll listen to again, much needed

Bradford Woodbury

Aug 9, 2026

So enjoyed River of Kindness video. It brought much Peace and Love to my morning ritual.

Pamela Steck

Aug 8, 2026

Brief yet soothing & empowering! You are worthy! You are loved!

Tam

Aug 8, 2026

Beautiful Joel your voice, your music, your message...all beautiful. Thank you. Glad you are active on Insight Timer again

Shelley Jo

Aug 3, 2026

I have carried this loving kindness with me for many years, thank you, my friend. This was absolutely beautiful and so much needed right now. I love you. 🌀May you be happy! 🌀May you be healthy! 🌀May you find peace! 🌀May you be free from pain and suffering, 💜 🌀And May you be filled with loving kindness. 💜 With 🙏🏽 and much metta 🌀 🙏🏽 Ńámãśtę 💜 🕉📿☯🧘‍♀️☮ 🌎🙏🏽 ~It is your birthright to receive what you need for rest, play and expansion. ~It is your birthright to feel balanced. ~It is your birthright to receive as much as you give. 💜Łôvę áñd Łïght ☯️🔮☮️🖖🏿 👣 Lövę Ÿóú Ñâmãśtę Śhęllèÿ Jô🪷🪷🪷

Shelley Jo

Aug 3, 2026

Thank you❣️🦋🪷🦋 Waving at you from 8000 ft in the Wind River mountains of 🦅WyÕMing ŪŠÃ 🦬from my littl’ cabin🪶 in the big woods❣️🦉✨💫⭐️🌞Thank you for all you do❣️✨🌞💫⭐️ As above, so below As within, so without As the universe, so the soul 🪷🪷🪷🙏🏽🪷🪷🪷 🌞⭐️💫🌟✨☀️🌕 💫I AM✨♋️♓️♍️♈️ Shelley Jo Loves you❣️ 🦋🪷🦋

Shelley Jo

Aug 3, 2026

Much needed❣️ Gratitude🪷

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