Do you prefer to sit when meditating or do something else (lie down, walk, etc)?

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Pet Nia P.

I prefer to sit. I can focus more on meditation, breathing when i dont walk or do anything particular. I dont think lying down is really good, i read that u can fall asleep.

Julie T.

If I am in a silent room and can focus, then sitting helps; however, my mind is in a stormy state most days. Walking seems to calm the storm in the mind. Once it is calm, I sit and focus on the object of my meditation.

Stephanie F.

I prefer sitting for my morning meditation but if I am walking later that day and feel like it I’ll meditate while walking too or before sleeping sometimes I’ll meditate while in bed.

Peter T.

What are what are the years I’ve realized that I need a moving meditation practice in advance of a seated practice. So I am doing 30 to 45 minutes of yoga practice at home followed by 108 mantras followed by seated meditation for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Romarigo E.

I love lying down, but sometimes I fall asleep. Sitting doesn’t feel too comfortable. I do walking meditation as well–nature walks are my favorite

Clarinda Z.

It really depends on the where and when. Ideally, yes I like to be sitting outside in nature. The sitting cross-legged helps me stay present bc of the wonderful stretch to my hips. I also enjoy the breathing posture this allows. BUT if I cant sit or I can’t get outside, I just breath and go through my five senses. What do I hear, feel, smell, see, and taste. You cant help but be present.

Dale Y.

I prefer lying down, because in my yoga classes the posture "shavasana" is the most relaxing one, after all the workout, and I feel that way, my mindfulness is better

Peggy P.

I enjoy both sitting and walking when meditating. I live in the city so walking really forces you to focus which I like while still paying attention to everything going on around you. If I have the time there is also nothing better than sitting in a quiet room and meditating before starting my day. Lying down I find harder because I often fall asleep lol. Hope this was helpful.

Jamie Z.

I guess i prefer to sit in general, but I have often wanted more walking guided meditations but it seems like most aren’t.

Isabella X.

I prefer to sit down and relax, sometimes I will do something with my hands like colouring or craft, other times I stay quite still.

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