I think because the point of meditation is being aware and present, sitting up is better - because you might drift off and fall asleep lying down!
I tend to meditate sitting crossed legged on the sofa or floor. Or I will just fall asleep, but it’s whatever works for you!
When meditating it’s best to do exactly what feels most comfortable to you or you’ll find yourself unable to focus properly and get the most out of your session. for instance I prefer to lay on my bed, a warm lavender buckwheat eye pillow across my eyes, my weighted blanket over my body and listen to my meditation with headphones on to block out any and all distraction. Create a ritual for yourself, this is your space, your moment of calm in a life that otherwise can be so hectic...... You deserve this.
I prefer lying on bed as I find relaxation easier. Exception to this is when I’m doing an early morning energising routine
I believe either way is fine, bu I prefer to meditate lying in bed so that I don’t have to worry about my posture, which clears my energy up to think about breathing deeply and getting lost in my thoughts.
Sitting up in cross-legged position is the best way because the energy channels are open. Sitting on a cushion with the sitbones slightly elevated allows breathing to flow into the lower belly and pelvic floor easier. Lying down is also okay as long as you don’t fall asleep
I believe and will continue to act as though anyone can meditate anywhere they feel works best for them. Being in your bed is a very comfortable spot and you can feel very calm but I think it ultimately depends on where you can feel more present and where you can activate your mindfulness, not get swept away by your regular thoughts.
I started by lying down in bed because sitting was so uncomfortable for me. During that time, I fell asleep a lot during meditations. Over time, I slowly shifted to a chair, and then to a meditation cushion. Sitting up helps me stay more focused during the meditation and I feel the benefits more strongly afterwards. The transition was necessary for me, so I think it depends on what you need. If sitting is comfortable, I would recommend that. But if not, lying down is fine.
I‘d recommend to sit in a spot designated to meditation. Meditating in the same spot will get you in the right mindset. In the bed it‘s easier to doze off accidentally.
I think it’s better to sit because i fall asleep when I’m laying in bed. I also find it easier to connect and open my head to the sky while I’m sitting. But meditating can be done lying down or walking or running or swimming, it’s about the mindset not the posture. I think for beginners lying down can be good and then when you feel more comfortable you can switch to sitting.
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