Life can be fast, busy, and super stressful. It’s important to take time and space. Creating a meditation room is one of the best ways to do this.
Self-care isn’t a luxury or an indulgence. Taking mental space is vital for both your body and mind.
It allows you to be your best in all the other moments of your life. Which will allow you to be a better mother, daughter, sister, best friend, wife, and more.
So, you want to start a meditation room. Let’s get started!
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What is a meditation room?
When you start a meditation room, you create a space that creates a sense of tranquility.
A meditation room is a space that feels peaceful. It’s a place where you can leave your stress at the door. This is a spot where you can be silent, and still.
Meditation teaches you to be in the moment, not the past or the future. So a meditation room is a place where you can take mental space and just be.
Don’t worry if you don’t have any entire room to devote to the space. If space is limited, you can even use the corner of a room. Make it work.
Basics to start a meditation room
There are some basic things you’ll want when you start a meditation room. These are things that will help you let go of stress and create mental space. They will also help keep you comfortable, so you can let go and stay in the moment.
An Uncluttered Space
Life is often filled with cluttered physical and mental space. When you start a meditation room, one of the first steps is to remove the clutter.
A cluttered surroundings can increase anxiety. Plus, the items in your space can trigger stressed-out thoughts or feelings. So take some time to clear your space.
Yoga Mat/Rug
On a basic level, you need a place to sit and be comfortable. A yoga mat or small rug is the perfect solution.
It helps to center you in the room. This is your sacred place to go and just be. Once you’re on the mat, you stay in the moment. The past and the future don’t live here.
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Small Pillows/Cushions
Meditation pillows and cushions are important for your comfort. You can’t stay in the moment if you’re in pain or discomfort.
Put them under your legs, behind your back, or wherever you need additional support.
Additionally, you may want to sit on a cushion. There are a variety of ways to sit on a cushion for support. Try Quarter Lotus Pose. This is when you sit with your butt on the cushion and your legs crossed on the floor in front of you.
Extras to personalize your meditation space
Your meditation room doesn’t have to be fancy. You can start a meditation room with just the few items mentioned above.
But once you’re in your space, you’ll likely want to personalize it to help create mental space.
Here are a few things you may want to include.
Candles
Lighting candles can help trigger relaxation. Candles scented with a relaxing fragrance further create a sense of calm.
Additionally, candles can help if your mind easily wanders, or if you like to keep your eyes open when you meditate. When you feel your thoughts go into the past or future, bring your focus back to the flame.
If you don’t want to use real candles, try flameless candles.
Blankets
You meditate to give yourself mental space. But the reality is that you’re still in your physical body. And that physical body can get cold.
Blankets allow you to easily adapt to temperature changes so they don’t distract you.
Blankets also offer cushioning. Maybe you want to lie down and fold a blanket under your head. Or you need support under your knees. Blankets are very adaptable and can offer comfort in multiple ways.
Music
While music isn’t essential for meditation, it’s a great way to get out of your own head. Play something peaceful or calming. There are lots of music mixes specifically for meditation.
Maybe you set up a speaker in your space. Or you can play music on a smart device.
It’s great for convenience to have a music system that you can turn on with your voice. That way, if you forget to start the music, you don’t have to disrupt your practice.
Crystals
You may find it helpful to have a container of your favorite crystals in your meditation space. That way, they’re accessible whenever you need them.
Crystals assist with healing. They’re also a source of positive energy. If you’re new to crystals, you may want to start with a small set to offer you a variety of healing powers.
Crystals are great for whenever you feel like you need specified healing.
Essential Oils/Diffuser
Essential oils can also uplift your mood or reduce anxiety. And they’re another great addition for when you start a meditation room.
You can store your oils in the same area as your crystals. Have them easily accessible for when you need them.
You may want to place a diffuser in the room. That way you can diffuse the oils to fill your space with their scent. But if you’d rather keep things simple, you can just place a drop of the oil on your palms, rub your palms together, and place your hands over your face.
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Lighting
The lighting is important for your space. Get a good set of curtains to block out ambient light. If you have a dimmer set to your lights, make sure to turn them to low.
Candles and other dull lights can also help. Put some in your space, especially if you don’t have a dimmer. This will help you get the ambience perfect.
So now you know how to start a meditation room. Start with just the basics. And before you know it, you’ll have the perfect space for when you need to let go.
