Eventually, you can have many spaces or one particular spot, but in the beginning, designate one place in your home for meditation.

You don’t need to invest in special cushions or clear an entire room or even a corner. You can meditate on your bed, on a chair, lying down, sitting up, cross-legged or not. But do choose that one seat, posture, cushion, scarf, or object to signify your meditation practice. Making it pretty and peaceful helps signal to the mind and body that this is good for you.

Try to meditate at roughly the same time at least four to five times a week.

Choose a time that works with your daily routine.

For many people, first thing in the morning is best before you’ve been sucked into any responsibilities (emailing, getting kids up, making breakfast). But any time that works for you is perfect.

Put it in your calendar and let your roommates, partner, workmates, or kids know that you are unplugged for that period (and that they will also benefit from being calmer and kinder).

My recommendation is to start with 5-10 minutes.

Of course, you can decide to meditate for more, but I would recommend you to start small.

Meditating for ten minutes five days a week is much more powerful than one hour twice a month. Think of meditation as strength training (for your brain). A few push-ups daily will yield more results than lifting a heavy dumbbell a single time – in the beginning, five or ten “push-ups” will be your max.

It’s great that you’re considering the best approach to practice! Building a regular practice, even briefly, can be more beneficial than practising only occasionally. Think of it like brushing your teeth briefly every day versus brushing ferociously for an hour once a month. With consistency, you create a rhythm that allows skills to deepen over time, making each session feel more intuitive and effective.

However, there’s also value in practising when it feels right for you. If a regular schedule isn’t possible, practising when you feel inspired can also make a positive impact.

Even shorter, intentional practices can make a big difference! Ultimately, finding what works best for you and keeps you connected to your practice is what matters most.