05/27/2026
In our last post, we shared a simple but powerful idea: good sitting starts with finding your sitz bones.
So how do you actually do that in a way that feels natural and relaxed?
Most people find that they need a little support at first. Something as simple as a prop under the back of the pelvis can gently tip the body forward so you can balance more easily on your sitz bones without gripping or stiffening.
Think of your pelvis like a bowl: you want it to rest in a slightly forward-tilted position, as if the “water” could spill softly out the front. Or imagine your tail naturally lengthening behind you instead of tucking underneath.
This is the essence of what Esther Gokhale teaches as stacksitting; using support so your structure can organize itself in a more upright, effortless way. A folded towel, a firm cushion, or a specialized support like the Gokhale Wedge can all help you explore this feeling of balanced, relaxed alignment.
The goal isn’t to “sit up straight” by effort, it’s to find a position where your back can let go while your bones do the work.
If you’d like to see what this looks like in practice, see the illustration below.
If you’re curious how this feels in your own body, start by experimenting with a small support under your sitting bones and notice what changes in your comfort and ease. Tell us in the comments below!
