How to Prepare for Meditation

Meditation is simple to do and doesn't require much equipment. You can, however, prepare yourself and your space in a few ways. What you may need are some basic amenities such as these:



  • Meditation cushion, bench, or favorite chair



  • Quiet, tidy spot, preferably reserved for meditation



  • Regular time slot, if possible



  • Loose-fitting, comfortable clothing



  • Phone turned off, answering-machine volume turned down low



  • Comfortable sitting position



  • Favorite meditation technique(s)




Other items you may want to include are



  • Stretches to prepare your body for sitting



  • Altar of special objects, pictures, candles, or incense



  • Warm sweater or shawl (if you tend to get cold)



  • Hallway or path for walking meditation, if you want



  • Meditation teacher to consult in case you get stuck or want to go deeper











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