Meditation Cushions
October 15th, 2009
Using a meditation cushion when you meditate can be a great way to enhance your practice.
Meditation Cushion
Sarah Neil is a mentor and friend who runs a weekly spiritual development circle. It starts with a bite to eat and general conversation, moves into specific discussion and psychic exercises, and we finish with a meditation. When the lights dim and she says, ‘get ready’, we all scamper to assume the position that suits us best.
The members of this circle cover all ages and body shapes. The position that best suits one is no good for the next. Some sit on the couch propped up by pillows – as this is how they can be the most comfortable for the time. Others choose the dining table chairs because if they get too comfortable they may fall asleep. One lays flat on the floor, while others lay flat on cushions. And a few of us use our meditation cushions.
It is a relaxed environment without pretence – and the saying, ‘each to their own’, is very applicable. There is nothing worse than struggling with physical discomfort when you are striving for mental discipline and spiritual connection. Pins and needles play on your mind and draw you back into the room. We know we will be in meditation from anywhere between 30 and 50 minutes and comfort and practicality is paramount.
I like the meditation cushion firstly for the physical effects. It lifts my sitting bones off the floor so that my pelvis can tilt forward. This allows my spine to rest in its natural position. Others wise I am likely to slouch, which creates muscular tension in my neck and shoulders and reduces the free movement of my rib cage. Sitting strait and tall is the most ergonomic position for me, and allows for easy breathing.
The meditation cushion also allows for the correct alignment of my 7 chakras. I feel a greater free flow of energy when sitting in this fashion.
Again, this is what works best for me, but striving for physical comfort is the priority.
If you have never used a meditation cushion I suggest trying one to see what it does to your practice.
Click the link above to read more on the styles of cushion available and why a normal couch cushion won’t do.
Leave a short note below to share which positions suit you best.
Namaste, Nigel
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I know some people would think it dangerous, but something about relaxing in a bath for me is amazing. Ive done ‘conscious breathwork’ before, and they suggest a warm bath creates nuturuing feelings (such as being in the womb). That is only possible with a helper to keep an eye on you – as the experiences can be profound.
My long legs reach the end of the bath – so there is no chance of my head going under, but knowing I wont be disturbed, and the warm embrace of the water creates a space where a short mind-clearing meditation works best for me.
I use the meditation cushion first and then take a nice Epsom Salt bath. After that you are in paradise.