Meditation Cushion Guides
Practical, honest guides to floor sitting. Rachel Bennett writes every article from twelve years of daily practice and hands-on testing of cushions, benches, and mats.
July 14, 2026 · Rachel Bennett
Are Meditation Cushions Worth It? An Honest Take
The honest answer depends on how often you sit and how your hips are built. We cover what a cushion really changes, the free alternatives, and when about $40 makes sense.
July 3, 2026 · Rachel Bennett
Meditation Cushion vs Bench: Which Should You Choose?
Cushions seat you cross-legged while seiza benches hold a supported kneel. We compare height, posture, portability, knee comfort, and typical prices by type.
June 22, 2026 · Rachel Bennett
Zafu vs Zabuton: What Is the Difference?
A zafu lifts your pelvis and a zabuton pads your knees and ankles. Learn when to use one, the other, or both, with a quick guide by flexibility.
June 10, 2026 · Rachel Bennett
How to Sit on a Meditation Cushion
Four positions explained step by step, from easy pose to seiza, plus the pelvis placement rule that makes every one of them work.
Start with the essentials
New to floor sitting? Begin with the StillSeat meditation cushion itself, then see how it compares to other styles in our best meditation cushion guide. If you are furnishing a whole corner, browse floor pillows for sitting, the meditation cushion set options for households, and the yoga meditation cushion page for seated practice props. Real buyer experiences live on our verified reviews page.