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Meditation for Beginners at Home

You don’t need a studio, a teacher, or a subscription to start meditating. Your home has everything you need — including the perfect tool: a bare wall.

Set up a simple space

Find a quiet corner with a plain wall. Add a cushion or a chair. Keep it consistent — returning to the same spot each day quietly signals your mind to settle before you’ve done anything.

Your first home practice

1. Sit upright facing the wall, two to four feet away.
2. Lower your gaze; eyes soft and half-open.
3. Rest attention on your breath.
4. When your mind wanders, gently return.
5. Ten minutes to start.

This is the whole method. For the details and common questions, read our step-by-step guide and meditation posture guide. New to Zen? Start with Zen meditation for beginners.