First, let's start with the pervasive idea of sitting in meditation. Let's temper this idea a little. In a culture like ours where the body and spirit are restless, to force them in the initial stage to sit down, cross legged, stay still and not do anything else, is not a good way to build a lasting practice. To some, there is that nagging feeling that this may be too crazy or just a waste of time. Some doze off, some lapse into anxiety, most get bored and stiff.
Many people quit.
Some do because of wrong expectations or incorrect approach. As to us, We will eventually sit down, long and happy, but not now. To begin the practice, you can sit on a chair for only a very brief period of time, with legs uncrossed and relaxed, or you can lie down, or you can walk, whichever way you feel most comfortable with. Second, learn the value of doing nothing. Doing nothing is not wasting time.