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Anonymous

8 months ago

What do Tibetan Buddhists use for meditation cushions?

Hello, I’m Kabir, and someone(my elder) recommended that I start meditating like a Buddhist. Can someone tell me what type of cushions Tibetan Buddhists use so I can recreate something on my own or buy it online?

Astro Meera

Astro Meera

8 months ago

NAmaste Kabir, You do not need to copy any style of cushion in particular because meditation is about comfort, not the cushion itself. Tibetan Buddhists often use a round cushion called a zafu or sometimes just folded blankets to sit on. The idea is simply to raise the hips a little so that the back stays straight and the legs do not hurt. But I definitely suggest you to use Tibetan singing bowl during meditation. It is used for calming effect. Tibetan Buddhists also focus a lot on breathing and chanting mantras. You can also start with ''OM'' Chanting for 10 minutes everyday. So don’t worry too much about cushions. Start with what you already have.