sitting posture

Submitted by gerry on Sat, 2007-08-25 08:50.

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I'd like to know if people in Burma use a cushion to sit or sit flat on the floor. I thought a cushion was the correct way until I got the book Mindfulness Yoga and he shows people sitting flat. Gerry

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Re: Sitting posture

Submitted by thanhvhuynh on Tue, 2007-09-04 17:48.

Most people in Burma do not use cushions to sit. However sitting flat on the floor is not necessarily the ideal posture for meditation as it usually does not allow the back to be upright with the natural curve in the lower back (lumbar lordosis) without strain. Most meditators would maintain a better posture with a cushion of various heights. I do not believe there is a “correct” way and would suggest to use what works best for you. Take care. Thanh