When you’re meditating, you should aim to have a stable, straight posture and to be as comfortable as possible. Finding a good meditation bench, chair, or cushion will help a lot, especially if you have bad knees. The type of chair, bench, or cushion that you should use will partly be a matter of preference …
I’m sure that you’re familiar with underwear struggles of yoginis. These are the common struggles that we all know too well. We’ve all been there before. You try on a new, beautiful pair of yoga pants or yoga leggings, and the moment you turn around in the mirror, you see the lines of your undies …
So you’ve decided to try yoga for the first time. Maybe your friends (or a doctor) have recommended that you get started with yoga to improve your strength, flexibility, balance or even to relax and relieve pain, stress, and anxiety. But can basic yoga routines really do all that? The short answer: Yes! Yoga is …
If you have ever taken a yoga class, whether a hot yoga class or not, you know how slippery your hands become. A yoga mat turned into an ice skating rink is not fun, nor is it safe. There are solutions, but if you find that you are still slipping and sliding on your mat during …
This guide has everything you need to know about Baoding meditation balls. If you’re new to using meditation balls, these balls are also commonly referred to as Chinese exercise balls, health balls, and zen balls. If you want to understand the history of Baoding meditation balls, understand how to use them and determine which meditation …
Meditation music has its own distinct, enticing quality. You know it when you hear it. You probably won’t be surprised to learn that it has a religious origin. Hinduism is the world’s oldest faith and lays claim to many of the contemplative practices, yoga being the most obvious, which we use in a secular context today. …
Meditation should be a joyous, uplifting experience. It should signify a calm space in our life, one where day-to-day turmoils cannot enter. We can heighten this feeling by treating ourselves to some simple accessories: a good meditation cushion, a timer and, perhaps, a well-made meditation shawl. It just goes to make our five or ten …
This is the most comprehensive guide to meditation cushions available online. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about using meditation cushions, or if you’re a do-it-yourself type, we’ll even teach you how to create your very own meditation cushion. Plus we’ll provide our top picks for those people that simply want …
I’ve read a lot of books on the topic of meditation over the last few years. Occasionally one will stand out as special. You can just seem to tell when the writing comes from a place of true knowledge and experience. I have, of course, my own tastes and inclinations but I’ve tried to keep …
Incense has been used as an accompaniment to spiritual practice for thousands of years. It’s referenced in Sanskrit texts and is known to have been a favorite of the ancient Egyptians. It can lend a particular stillness to a space, one that’s conducive to relaxation and meditation. Equally, incense can be used as an effective (and …