How to choose a meditation cushion or zafu?

Your meditation cushion should be adapted to your body shape and your tastes.

For some, a zafu is just a cushion, but in reality it is your greatest ally in the practice of meditation, because it is on this one that you will sit comfortably. There are various shapes, sizes, colors and filling materials. There is something for all tastes and all body types! Indeed, an unsuitable meditation accessory will be uncomfortable and you will have difficulty relaxing. Choosing a meditation cushion is first of all, opting for the ideal size according to your anatomy.

Choosing a zafu according to its height

When meditating, posture should not be left to chance. Your back is straight, your pelvis is slightly tilted forward and your knees are on the ground. To do this, it is important to choose the right height for your meditation cushion to suit the flexibility of your pelvis. Otherwise? You'll have lower back pain!

• Are you flexible in the pelvis? Prefer to buy a zafu with a height of 5 to 11 cm. However, if you are tall, you should choose a meditation cushion with a thickness of at least 10 cm,
• Are you moderately flexible in the pelvis? Prefer a cushion 12 to 16 cm high,
• You are not flexible in the pelvis or a beginner in the art of meditation? It is necessary to buy a zafu greater than 16 cm thick or even 20 cm high if you are tall.

The filling: A firm or soft meditation cushion?

The filling of the zafu is equally important. It can be firm, soft or intermediate depending on the material it contains. You should buy a meditation cushion according to your preferences in terms of firmness, but also your flexibility.

Choosing a Zafu Based on Your Firmness Preferences

• Soft: opt for a kapok meditation cushion ,
• Firm: prefer a buckwheat zafu ,
• Intermediate: Choose a spelt meditation cushion .

Your meditation cushion according to your flexibility

• Are you flexible in the pelvis? Opt for a kapok zafu ,
• You are not flexible in the pelvis? Choose a zafu made from spelt or buckwheat.

Buy a zafu of the right width for your comfort

You will sit directly on your meditation cushion . So, the width of this meditation accessory must be adapted to your body shape. If you are thin, prefer a less wide zafu and vice versa if you need more space.

Is the color of the zafu important?

Do you think that the color of the meditation cushion does not matter? Think again! Colors have a vibration (an energy) that acts on your body. Thus, they are of great help. Plain or printed, there is a choice in terms of colors for your yoga accessory .

• Violet: it symbolizes peace, purity and idealism. It is attached to the 7th chakra (crown),
• Blue: it promotes inner serenity and listening to others. It is connected to the 5th chakra (throat),
• Green: reminiscent of nature, it symbolizes optimism, stability, calm and harmony. It is linked to the 4th chakra (heart),
• Orange: it is an invigorating color, referring to communication and creativity. It is linked to the 2nd chakra (sacral),
• Red: This is a color that brings inner strength. It is connected to the 1st chakra (root),
• Black: it helps to create a vacuum.

Choosing a meditation cushion based on its shape

You may have noticed that there are various shapes of meditation cushions ? The best known, the zafu itself, is round. Its advantages are its greater width and the variability of the seats. Ideal for beginners! The half-moon meditation cushion adjusts to the shape of the body. Finally, the square meditation cushion is more practical to transport.

Discover the meditation cushions available on the Tayronalife store.