Bolster Bohemian No. 2

Yoga aids - the Yoga Bolster Bohemian No. 2

In addition to the belt and block, there is also our Yoga Bolster Bohemian No.2 as a yoga aid. Excellent for Yin Yoga or also for backbends, staying longer in a pose or for Savasana.

And even if you do not practice yoga, our Bolster Bohemian No.2 finds use. On the one hand for meditating or for comfortable fletching at home in front of the TV. On the other hand, the Bolster Bohemian No.2 is also suitable for at night, when you usually clamp your blanket between your legs or hug something. Also during pregnancy, the bolster can prove to be extremely supportive when sitting and lying down.

The term bohemian:

Bohemian can be used to describe artistic people who live unconventionally.
This often referred to a subculture of intellectual fringe groups with predominantly literary, artistic and musical activities or ambitions that set themselves apart from bourgeois attitudes and behavior."

"I am a bohemian. I have no roots."

The term originated in French in the 17th century in France. The term describes "a young artist or intellectual who suffers from hardship but is idealistic and disdains material things." Balzac's novel Un prince de la bohème was published in 1840. Initially rather unsuccessful, it first gained wider attention as a stage play in 1849 under the title "La Vie de bohême". Ultimately, the opera "La Bohême" by Giacomo Puccini led to worldwide fame. In the 1960s, the term became established in German as a term for "non-bourgeois groups of artists and authors". Finally, in 1995, the term "digital bohemian" became widespread, pioneered by a duo of artists. They attracted attention with a public multimedia laboratory and are regarded as pioneers of digital art. In 2006, the books "Wir nennen es Arbeit: Die digitale Boheme" and "Intelligentes Leben jenseits der Festanstellung" were published. In addition, there was a group of freelance media professionals in Berlin who "used the new communication channels to expand their individual scope of action." The predominant artistic and creative activities of the digital bohemia are: writing texts, creating concepts, graphic design, design and programming. Over time, this sector has been expanded to include other cultural professions."

But let's come back now, to our Bolster Bohemian No.2.....

The filling of the Yoga Bolster Bohemian No.2:

Yoga bolsters are usually filled with spelt husk, buckwheat, cotton or kapok. Kapok is a white-gray - yellowish material. It is derived from the fibers of the kapok tree and is water repellent, but less form stable. That is why we have chosen organic buckwheat for the filling. Likewise, the cotton is organic.

Advantages of buckwheat in the Yoga Bolster Bohemian No.2:

Originally, buckwheat comes from northern India and central Asia. Buckwheat hulls have a high content of minerals and silicic acid. This is supposed to alleviate complaints such as joint and back pain. In addition, also menstrual cramps or rheumatism. In addition, buckwheat is also said to promote blood circulation and thus be particularly beneficial in venous diseases and circulatory disorders.
Buckwheat, unlike polyester or even spelt, is firmer, harder and rustles less. It is also more stable in shape and particularly permeable to air. In addition, it is particularly suitable for asthmatics and those with a house dust allergy. Thus, buckwheat is also safe during pregnancy. Other advantages of buckwheat are that it is breathable, cools in summer and warms in winter. In addition, it protects against excessive sweating. It regulates humidity. It also protects against dust mites. Only in case of gluten allergy we do not recommend buckwheat filling.

Care of your Yoga Bolster:

Our bolsters are all quite lushly filled. So are our meditation cushions. Both have an inner cushion. Thus, you can remove the outer cover and wash in cold water or up to max. 30 C. Please do not wash the inner pillow with the buckwheat filling. Finally, a small note: If necessary, you can always adjust the amount of filling and thus the hardness of your bolster. It is recommended that you refill your bolster with the buckwheat filling every 2 years or better yet completely refill it.