Creating an inviting area for your practice can be a liberating experience, so we’ll dig deeper into the process below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is it anyway?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Meditation spaces are typically created to help people improve their ability to focus, calm their minds, and create a more mindful<\/a> environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They’re places of spiritual connection, relaxation and self-awareness. They may be contained or spacious, but ideally are protected from external disturbances to allow for an uninterrupted session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Organising the interior space of your home can be tricky if you’re living in a small house or apartment with limited options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this case, you may simply clear out a corner of your bedroom or living room for the purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a basic rule, you should aim for a meditation space free from unnecessary distractions such as excessive noise, light, animals and people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today’s world is filled with distractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Incessant messages, constant news alerts and unremitting work reminders all prey on the unwary mind. You’re never far from disturbance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The internet has made life easier, but as technology advances, our attention spans shrink accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meditation provides a vital antidote to the cacophony of modern living and a predefined space keeps you grounded throughout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not to mention, the ambience of the area can even enhance your practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are ways to make meditation more comfortable and relaxing with the right furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many meditators like sitting on the floor, or at least on something low to the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I personally find these positions pretty uncomfortable on my hips and back. So I tend to use a firm chair with a straight back, or sometimes a stool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Others prefer using meditation mats using the traditional lotus or Japanese kneeling position (seiza<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another common piece of furniture used for meditation is a zafu, a small round cushion, which can help elevate your hips and may be more comfortable for meditators with knee pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alternatively, you might choose to use a meditation bench, allowing your spine and lower back to rest in a neutral position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In my experience, sound meditation can be one of the most helpful techniques available for gaining objectivity over the contents of our mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In a normal meditation space, ambient sounds generally reach you unless you’re in a hermetically sealed chamber, and easily be used as a focus for attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it’s also prudent not to deliberately set up your space noisy area, meaning you have to compete with excessive distraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Try and pick a reasonably quiet area and if it’s in a separate room, close the door if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Personally, I have no lights on during meditation time, mainly due to the time of day I meditate. I also tend to draw the curtains during my practice to avoid any strange looks from passers-by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note that too much or too little light can make it difficult to focus on the present moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When selecting a lamp for your meditation space, you need to consider the shade of the bulb. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many people use all-white light bulbs, but this may not be ideal if you are looking to create an environment that feels intentional and calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you do choose to use lighting, aim for warm and inviting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Incense has been used for medicinal and ceremonial purposes for centuries and is an integral part of many rituals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this way, many people believe that burning incense can be used for more than just an aromatic effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may find that burning incense is a way to cleanse the environment, combat stress and anxiety and provide a sense of well-being and peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These scents can come from natural products such as herbs and woods, or they can be commercially made using synthetic ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They come in a variety of different scents and consistencies, including sticks, cones, powders, and loose leaves, so experiment to see which variations have a positive effect on your practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to create an environment conducive to focus or relaxation, you may choose some accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A candle can help create a peaceful atmosphere and set an intention for your meditation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Plants are a wonderful addition to any space, which in addition to their decorative effects, promote a sense of restfulness and relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Likewise, Mandala art may help cultivate an atmosphere of presence which can also prove therapeutic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tibetan bells and singing bowls can be used to release tension in the mind and body, said by some to ease physical and emotional pain, thereby restoring a sense of wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other mindfulness equipment might include a Buddhist sculpture or head statue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of my favourite sayings is “outward order, inner calm.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember that your internal landscape often reflects your immediate environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trying to relax and reflect in a messy space may easy produce an overactive mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Clearing away such distractions by keeping your space clean and free from clutter helps cultivate a sense of calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A clean room feels more comfortable and welcoming, which are vital in maintaining a steady meditation habit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The quest for inner peace has become increasingly difficult in recent times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But there are ways to curb the chaos of everyday life. Meditation is one way to achieve inner peace and return to a natural state of being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More than just a trend; it’s a scientifically proven method of reducing stress and increasing focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember though, don’t get bogged down by the details – meditation requires one basic tool, your breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a such an area?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Noise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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I feel this allows for the brain waves to go into theta range<\/a>, an optimum state for deep relaxation with feelings of extreme calmness and wakeful sleepiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSmell<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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