You certainly don't need to buy anything for this course or in order to begin meditating.  I set up this shop in response to the questions I was getting about what items I use and recommend and where to find them.  Remember, meditation is not about becoming a "spiritual materialist".  When I was a nun I owned only a cup and a wooden bowl and was so happy! 

The best barometer for if you should get something is to ask yourself: 
"Will this inspire me and add depth to my presence practice?"
"Is it my mind or my intuition guiding me?" 
"Is a sense of lack or a sense of love guiding me?"

That said, the following are items that I personally recommend:

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