How To Create a Meditation Sanctuary

Ah, meditation—relaxed breathing and ascension into peace and lucid dreams. Meditation is where you can regroup, balance, heal, and release stress, along with endless other benefits resulting from being within oneself.

It was once so difficult for me to understand how to meditate and what meditation really was - and how it could benefit me. I read meditation books and tried to learn how to create a meditation space to begin my quest. But I couldn't sit still long enough. Thoughts of what I needed to be doing or should be doing kept creeping into my mind.

My personal break-through came when I was introduced to binaural beats while watching a Dr. Oz program. It was the missing element in putting the pieces together for me to truly learn how to meditate. As my enthusiasm and enlightenment about meditation through binaural beats grew; I began to surround myself with enhancements that made my mediation space fun to be in. By making it even more pleasurable, I decorated and created a special mediation sanctuary customized just for me.

A meditation sanctuary is a personal retreat, a sacred space where tranquility meets your inner self. It doesn’t require an expansive room; even a cozy corner with your favorite Lazy Boy chair can become your haven of peace. Here’s how you can enrich your space:

Comfort Meets Function: Your chair is more than a seat; it’s the vessel that carries you into serenity. Position it to face a window or an inspiring piece of art. Let it be a spot where comfort and purpose align, supporting your body's inward journey.

Sensory Harmony: Introduce elements that engage your senses in subtle relaxation. Soft textures, calming colors, and natural materials can transform your space. Consider a plush throw, a scented candle, or a bamboo water fountain to add a tactile and auditory dimension to your practice.

Acoustic Ambiance: Binaural and isochronic beats guide you to deeper states of meditation. With headphones on, let the symphony of healing frequencies envelop you, blocking out the world and opening the doors to your subconscious.

Visual Tranquility: Lighting plays a crucial role. Dimmable lights, a salt lamp, or candles can cast a warm glow, setting the mood for introspection. If natural light graces your space, sheer curtains can soften the rays, creating a gentle luminosity.

Personal Touches: This is your sanctuary, a reflection of your essence. Adorn the space with items of personal significance—a cherished photograph, a meaningful figurine, or a small collection of crystals. These touches make the space uniquely yours, resonating with your energy.

By focusing on these aspects, you create not just a space but an experience conducive to meditation and personal growth. It’s about making the area inviting and tailored to your needs so that you feel a sense of belonging and peace every time you enter.

Meditation Candles can be beautiful and create a peaceful environment with flickers of light when burning. They can serve as a focal point and ambiance and create beautiful energy in your chosen space.

You may want to create an entryway into and out of your meditation space. Creating a wonderful sense of walking into an area with lit candles to begin your meditation begins to prep your mental status.

Remember, this is your private space; do anything you want to create an environment for rejuvenation.

Incorporating plants into your meditation space is a beautiful way to infuse life and tranquility. The lush greenery purifies the air and provides a visual calm that can enhance your focus and connection to nature. Whether it’s a single potted plant or an array of indoor foliage, the presence of plants can transform your meditation area into a more serene and inviting retreat, promoting a deeper sense of peace and mindfulness.

Enhance your meditation space with nature's ambiance - a flowing water fountain, or a sound machine for deep meditation. Customizing soundscapes like ocean waves or rainforests creates a personal sanctuary of calm.