New strength through meditation

Meditation is practiced in many religions and cultures. The different concentration exercises are said to calm and collect the mind.

There are many traditional meditation techniques, but over the years they have been adapted to Western needs. The roots of the relaxation technique can be found in different religions.

Especially in western countries meditation is often used as part of psychotherapy. Anyone can learn to meditate today. This is best done in so-called meditation centers, but meditating at home is also feasible.

In meditation an important utensil – a meditation cushion

Before beginning the relaxation one should order Lotuscrafts meditation cushion here. The pillows are made of 100% organic cotton. The separate inner covers are filled with pure organic spelt husks from Austria.

The meditation pillow is not only for meditation, but can also be used for yoga and therapy.

Besides, such a pillow is a wonderful home accessory. The meditation cushions are available in different designs and different colors.

Different techniques

There are different meditation techniques, so that everyone can find the right relaxation method for themselves. In thematic meditation one deals with a selected object.

For example, one can meditate on prayer texts or biblical stories. On the other hand, the object-free meditation is about letting go. One practically empties the consciousness in order to reach new insights.

Effects of meditation

Those who meditate regularly can have a calming effect on themselves and others. Especially in western medicine it is recommended as a relaxation technique. The effect can be measured by the brain waves.

During relaxation, the heartbeat slows down, breathing deepens and muscle tension is reduced.