Having a peaceful space where you can unwind and listen to your inner self has become more important than ever today. In the midst of a hectic daily routine, we often ignore our inner voice and forget how to truly recognize our needs. Regular meditation with sound in a beautifully designed meditation corner or relaxation room offers a wonderful opportunity to quiet racing thoughts, relieve stress, and discover inner peace.
A comfortably furnished meditation corner – or a dedicated meditation room if you have the space – can help you maintain a regular practice. It should be a special place in your home that invites and inspires you to find peace and relaxation. A gong can add an extra touch of magic to this space and enhance your meditation practice. In this blog post, we'll show you how to set up and design your very own meditation corner at home, with or without a gong.
Find inspiration for setting up your meditation corner
Before you decide where you want to create your personal space for peace and relaxation, it can be helpful to gather some inspiration for your meditation corner or room. Have you ever visited a sound massage practice, or a yoga or meditation studio that you particularly enjoyed? What did you find appealing about it? Take a few minutes to recall why you felt so comfortable in those places. You can also find even more ideas for a beautifully furnished meditation room on Pinterest.
"Bright colors and natural materials in your meditation corner especially contribute to relaxation. Warm wood, soft cotton fabrics, or even stone can create a calming and harmonious atmosphere. Plants can help strengthen your connection to nature and also improve air quality."
Olli Hess
Find the perfect spot for your meditation corner at home
Look around your home and see which room or spot makes you feel most comfortable. This could be a cozy corner in your bedroom, an airy attic, or even a separate meditation room – choose a place that gives you a sense of peace and security.
Setting up a meditation corner in the bedroom
If you choose your bedroom as the location for your meditation corner, you should avoid meditating in bed if possible. Your bed is primarily associated with sleep and can cause your mind to either switch to rest mode and fall asleep, or make your meditation less focused and conscious. Instead, we recommend setting up a separate, quiet spot in the room – for example, a cozy corner with a meditation cushion or a chair, to create a clear distinction between your sleeping and meditation areas.
Setting up a meditation corner in the garden
If you are lucky enough to also have access to a quiet garden, this can also be a wonderful place for a meditation spot.
Create your meditation corner to suit your personal style
Once you have gathered enough ideas and inspiration, you will probably already know which colors have a pleasant effect on you, which furnishings and materials you find particularly aesthetically pleasing and which aids help you to adopt a particularly comfortable posture. There is no right or wrong here - trust your own feelings when it comes to design. If you are unsure whether an object is suitable for your meditation space, close your eyes for a few breaths, touch the object or hold it in your hand and notice how it makes you feel.
Set up an altar in your meditation corner
A small altar can help you to connect with your inner voice and personal power. It also offers the opportunity to place some objects that are important to you in an appealing way. A small wooden table or a box is usually enough for this. If you like, choose other things that have a special meaning for you. This could be a photo, crystals, a deck of cards or even a journal. The important thing is that the objects have a meaning for you and help you to find a state of inner peace and clarity.
Other ideas for designing an altar:
- small plants, fresh flowers or twigs
- one or more candles
- Incense such as incense wood, incense sticks or incense bundles and a suitable bowl or holder for them
- Soothing essential oils
- a special book with sound rituals, meditations or mantras
- Statues that mean something to you
- a mala necklace
Designing a meditation corner with a gong
A gong can enrich your meditation experience and give your meditation corner or room a very special atmosphere. In fact, a gong alone, with its aesthetics and symbolism, can be the central furnishing element of a meditation room. If you already own a gong and are experienced in working with sound, you can immediately consider where best to place it.
For optimum sound development, you should note the following:
- Make sure that there is enough space around the gong. Ideally, you should not place it directly next to an altar or other pieces of furniture, but give it enough space to develop its vibrations.
- It is best to position the gong on a special gong stand. It should have sufficient distance to the wall on all sides, be easily accessible for you and be visible in its entirety.
- Experiment with different positions to achieve the best possible sound.
- Some traditions recommend placing the gong in the east to symbolize the energy of sunrise and new beginnings.
By carefully integrating the gong into your meditation space and choosing a particularly suitable spot, you can unlock the full sound potential of the gong and have a deep meditative experience. If you are looking for inspiration for your gong practice, we recommend our Gong Meditation for More Gratitude in Everyday Life.
If you don't have a chime yet but are thinking about buying one, expert advice can be helpful. Above all, it is important that you choose a gong that suits you and your needs. There are different types, sizes and materials of gong, each with different qualities and characteristics. So take enough time to find the perfect gong for your meditation corner or room and seek advice from an expert if you have any doubts. Olli Hess will be happy to assist you with his knowledge and experience .
Storing Gong Mallets and Friction Mallets
Both gong mallets and gong friction mallets are aesthetic tools that can enrich your meditation corner. Placed in a basket or a small box, you can keep them always within reach in your meditation corner. However, remember that both mallets and friction mallets should be stored in closed, light-protected packaging when not in use. This prevents loss of quality and extends their lifespan.
We deliver our mallets to you in a practical cotton bag. This bag is not only sustainably produced but is also excellent for protecting your gong mallets from UV radiation and dust.
Olli Hess
Seating, cushions and pads for your meditation room
Regardless of whether you set up your meditation corner with or without a gong, it is important that you can sit or lie down comfortably at any time. You may have different seating options to adapt your position to your current state of mind or your meditation. Special meditation cushions or meditation stools can help with this. You can also have a blanket and other cushions ready if you want to lie down after a sound meditation. Never be afraid to change your position during meditation - the most important thing is that you can relax well.
Pleasant lighting for your meditation corner
Natural light in your meditation corner can create a positive mood. If possible, set up your spot near a window or perhaps in a sheltered area in the garden.
When it is dark outside, soft, subdued light from candles or dimmable lighting create a relaxed atmosphere. Warm light with a yellow or orange tint is particularly conducive to relaxation. Make sure that floor lamps or wall lamps have light directed upwards so that your meditation room is not directly illuminated.
Now you are ready to set up your own meditation corner at home, with or without a gong. Change this place as often as you like and as your gut tells you. The great thing about it is that your personal retreat often reminds you to pause regularly and listen to your needs, even in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Take time regularly to meditate there in silence, play your gong or simply consciously relax your body.
Your Checklist: Setting up a Meditation Corner
Finally, we have summarized our tips for setting up a meditation corner in a checklist for you:
- Choose a quiet spot in your home
- Opt for comfortable seating (cushion, stool)
- Incorporate soft lighting
- Add elements for relaxation (plants, gong, altar)
- Decorate with comforting colors & natural materials
