I bought this pillow as part of the classic bundle, alongside the mat. It is very good quality, firm, with a supportive and versatile shape. I now use it on most evenings as part of my wind down routine, mainly behind my neck, shoulders, and for massaging the back of my head from side to side. Occasionally, I also use it under my hamstrings, calves, the back of my ankles, where the mat cannot reach if I am lying on my back. It's extremely relaxing and pleasant. I can really feel some relief afterwards. My only wish is that the material and lining were washable, as with daily use I imagine it would be more hygienic. But for now, as I am the only one using it, this is not an issue.

The mat appears to be good quality, both the cotton fabric and the pressure discs. The first time I used it, I started on hardwood floor and no clothes, which was too uncomfortable, despite using Level 1. On softer surfaces (sofa, bed) and with one layer of clothing, it's a completely different experience. I now use it on most evenings as part of my wind down routine. It's very relaxing and pleasant. I can really feel some relief afterwards. I wish the mat were washable, as with daily use I imagine it would be more hygienic. But for now, no complaints. I don't know if this is an effect of the increased relaxation induced by the mat, but I do not wake up during the night anymore. This is the only new addition to my evening routine. I think the effects will be cumulative as this new habit may help me become more rested every day.

The materials appear to be of good quality, both the cotton fabric and the pressure discs. It was my first time using both the mat and pillow. I started on hardwood floor which was bit much despite using Level 1. On softer surfaces (sofa, bed) it's a completely different experience. I find myself reaching for the pillow more often, and I use it both on my neck and shoulders and also lower legs, ankles. It's very relaxing and pleasant. I can really feel some relief and less stiffness afterwards.

I wish the mat and pillow were washable, as with daily use I imagine it would be more hygienic. But for now, no complaints.

I have been using the Shakti mat every night for almost 2 weeks now, and it has consistently reduced my back pain by about 70-80% from before getting on the mat to sitting up off of the mat 20 minutes later. The pain does slowly come back a few hours after getting up off the mat (or the next morning when I’ve used it immediately before sleep), but to a lesser degree than prior to starting this daily practice. I felt comfortable giving it a try due to the generous return policy, and I am glad I did! I will be keeping it and continuing to use it regularly for pain management and relaxation :)