Life can get overwhelming. While meditating won't magically fix every problem in daily life, it can make navigating each day more manageable. The key to meditation involves patience and getting comfortable. And what better way to get comfortable than on a bean bag chair for meditation?
Benefits of Meditation
Meditation can come with some serious benefits. According to research, benefits of meditation and mindfulness may include:
- Reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety
- Reducing blood pressure
- Improving sleep quality
Part of the success of meditation lies in the ability to stay comfortable and relaxed. High-quality bean bag chairs and loungers, like those from us here at Comfy Sacks, are perfect for exactly that purpose.
How to Meditate on a Bean Bag
If you're ready to try your hand at meditation on a bean bag, try the following steps.
- Find a time. Choose a time that makes sense for you and is one you can consistently commit to.
- Choose a place without distractions. The living room, a quiet dorm room, a private reading nook, your video game corner—whichever place you choose, make sure it's one that feels safe and cozy.
- Find the right posture. Meditation should be comfortable, and good posture can go a long way to helping you feel more alert, calm, and peaceful. Many like to sit with a straight (but not tight) spine to promote healthy back support, with legs crossed and hands gently resting on their legs or lap. Find a position on your bean bag that works for you!
- Close your eyes. Looking around can be a distraction, so avoid temptations by keeping your eyes closed.
- Set a timer. Don't constantly check your clock; give yourself peace of mind by knowing that your alarm can keep you on schedule. Start small, with a few minutes.
- Begin! Meditation can look different for everyone. Some people find that focusing solely on breathing and emptying their minds is the best meditation practice. For others, simply practicing mindfulness, or "living in the moment," and taking in each sensation, sound, or thought that comes along without judgment is what meditation is all about.
Tips for Meditating on Your Bean Bag
Meditation isn't easy! Many find that the following tips have helped them get started meditating.
Pick a Goal (and Start Small)
Everyone starts somewhere. Your meditation goals don't have to be large to be meaningful. You can start with a single minute of meditation. When you find that's manageable, move up to two minutes, and so on.
Be Consistent
Practice makes perfect. Practice meditation daily to reap its full benefits.
Practice Patience and Self-Kindness
Be kind to yourself. Meditation can be incredibly hard. If you find that your thoughts wander during meditation, don't feel like you've "messed up." Acknowledge the distraction without judgment, and then send that thought on its way. Understand that reaching your goals can take time, and that there is no timeline you need to place yourself on to be "successful" at meditation.
Choose the Right Bean Bag
Choose the right floor cushion for your meditation practice. Some of our bestsellers, like our 8-foot giant bean bag chair and 7.5-foot large bean bag lounger, may offer you the comfort you crave and make it easier for you to get into the right mindset for meditating.
At Comfy Sacks, we offer:
No matter which bean bag for meditation you choose, remember to take it slow, practice patience, and to be kind to yourself on your meditation journey.