The translation of sukhasana to “easy pose” is a cruel joke played on us by the Yogis of the past.  It is anything but easy: I find it very humbling.  I think that it is more accurate to say that this is a posture that we strive to one day, maybe, find ease in through the challenge it offers.  This is true of all Yoga positions, but sukhasana is unique in the sense that we will typically hold it for a more extended period of time as we practice breathing exercises and meditation.