
EarthTones Gifts and Gallery helps you to get into your quiet space. It's wonderful that you're creating a sacred space for meditation! Here are some types of items that you may want to bring into your work, home, or group. Ideal for a yoga practice or to share encourage your friends and family. Creating a designated area for meditation can help signal to the mind that it's time to practice.
Sound:
- Singing bowls: Their resonant tones can help clear the mind and deepen focus.
- Tingsha bells: The clear, high-pitched sound is used to mark the beginning and end of meditation.
- Musical CD's: Gentle, ambient music without lyrics can aid in relaxation and concentration.
Sight:
- Statues, prayer flags, or images: Representations of deities, Buddhas, or spiritual figures can serve as a focal point for meditation.
- Candles: The soft, flickering light can create a calming ambiance and represent illumination.
- Crystals: Believed to hold specific energies, crystals can be chosen for their properties related to peace, focus, or grounding.
- Mandala art: These intricate patterns can help focus the mind and induce a meditative state.
Touch:
- Meditation cushions or mats: Comfortable seating helps maintain posture and focus during meditation.
- Malas: Prayer beads can be used to count breaths or mantras, aiding in concentration.
- Silks and Shawls: Soft textures can provide comfort and warmth, promoting relaxation.
Smell:
- Incense: Certain scents, like sandalwood, lavender, or frankincense, are associated with relaxation and spiritual practices.
- Essential oils:Ā essential oils can enhance the atmosphere and promote well-being.
Other:
- Spiritual texts or inspirational books: Having these nearby can provide guidance and encouragement.
- Journal and pen: For recording insights and reflections after meditation.
- Altar or dedicated space: Begin to refresh a space and keep it fresh
Remember, the most important aspect of a sacred space is that it feels personally meaningful and supportive to you. Choose items that resonate with your own spiritual beliefs and aesthetic preferences.