As our lives grow more hectic, we have come to consider our homes as sanctuaries: a place where you can find your ‘corner of calm’ after a long, hectic day. A home is where you can reflect and recharge, physically and mentally. Meditation is the perfect way to unwind, and you can do it right in your bedroom. You will, however, need to tweak the ambience to make it zen-worthy.

Read on for 4 easy steps on how to create zen-like bliss in your own bedroom.

1. Balance the colours in a feel-good tone –The first thing to do is to give the bedroom a new look. Keep it minimal, but cosy enough to chant ‘Om’ in; consider looking at a balance of colours to bring harmony into the space. Enjoy your zen-den with deep blues, reds, copper-browns, and mahogany touches. Place a Buddha statue in bronze over a vintage dresser. You can use textures or patterns on your walls with wallpapers, and on your floor with rugs and intricately woven carpets in vibrant colours.Red velvet cushions by the side of the bed can further help to set the mood. Infuse harmony and balance, and let indoor plants bring in much-needed green touches.

2. Bring in fragrance to alleviate the senses - A zone where odours block your concentration is going to be counterproductive to the ambience of your space. Use fragrance to elevate the harmonious experience of your bedroom. Aroma candles infused with peppermint, chamomile, or lavender soothe the body, mind, and soul. Add to the décor with tasteful candle holders and votive candles, and assign a corner for burning incense and heating oils.



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3. Light up - A room with plenty of diffused natural light is ideal, but your bedroom may not have that luxury. You still need the room to be cosy, and using sheer fabric window treatments helps to diffuse the stream of light that pours in, matching the mood you are trying to achieve. In cases where natural light is sparse, use dim, warm lighting to envelope yourself in a meditative environment. Stringing fairy lights across the room or using diffusers on the walls are great ways to exude warmth and peace. Remember, the aim here is to set the mood, not rob your meditation of its natural touch.





4. Add that personal spark - When transforming your bedroom into a meditation zone, add your own personal touches to the ambience. Any element that soothes your senses and calms your mind, from meditative sounds to soothing smells, will augment the tranquillity of a space. Think along the lines of bells, crystals, chimes, artwork, or a wood stock water bell fountain, to create the perfect mood.The trick here is not to overcrowd the space, but to have just the right amount of ‘extras’ in the room.







A few simple adjustments are all it takes to bring out your inner Buddha. Start small; a side table, a yoga mat, a throw rug, and a pillow for meditation are great acquisitions to begin with; and build on this gradually. Remember unplug – it’s highly recommended that all electronic communication devices are removed from the room you are meditating in. Set up your space to allow you to sink into yourself, and tranquillity will envelop you in no time.