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Finger Labyrinth

One path, no dead ends. Trace it slowly with your finger or mouse to the center, pause there, then trace your way back out.

choose a path
bring a word in (optional)
✓
Out again

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What is a finger labyrinth?

A finger labyrinth is a small labyrinth you walk with your fingertip instead of your feet. People have used them for centuries as a way to slow down: the path winds toward the center and back out, and following it gives a restless mind one simple thing to do. They are used in hospitals, classrooms, and quiet corners at home, on paper, in carved wood, and now on a screen.

How to use it

Choose a pattern. If you like, type a word or intention to carry in. Start at the opening and trace slowly: on a phone or tablet, use your finger; on a computer, click the opening once, then move your mouse along the path. The trail follows you as you go. At the center, your word is waiting. Stay as long as you like, then trace your way back out. It takes about a minute each way for the classical pattern and three for Chartres.