B.K.S. Iyengar- "Detail and precision of the body lead to mastery of the art of relaxation."
Relaxation is a blessing. It brings peace to body and mind. The mind is introverted, developing the faculty of self-awareness.
It is important to be warm during Savasana, as the body metabolism slows down. It is better to be covered with a blanket than to wear restrictive clothing. Even socks may constrict the toes.
The disciplined awareness of Savasana requires practice and a quiet mind. In the beginning there may be a tendency to fidget or go to sleep, and attention is required to counteract this. The regular practice of asanas aids the ability to relax.
Savasana should normally be done after asana practice, to allow the asanas to take their effect in the body. Occasionally the asanas done are so relaxing that a separate relaxation period is not necessary. Or they may be so invigorating that Savasana is impossible and their energy is carried straight into working life.
Those who are tense or suffering from stress should tie a bandage around the forehead and eyes.
"Yoga The Iyengar Way" Silva, Mira and Shyam Mehta
Relaxation is a blessing. It brings peace to body and mind. The mind is introverted, developing the faculty of self-awareness.
It is important to be warm during Savasana, as the body metabolism slows down. It is better to be covered with a blanket than to wear restrictive clothing. Even socks may constrict the toes.
The disciplined awareness of Savasana requires practice and a quiet mind. In the beginning there may be a tendency to fidget or go to sleep, and attention is required to counteract this. The regular practice of asanas aids the ability to relax.
Savasana should normally be done after asana practice, to allow the asanas to take their effect in the body. Occasionally the asanas done are so relaxing that a separate relaxation period is not necessary. Or they may be so invigorating that Savasana is impossible and their energy is carried straight into working life.
Those who are tense or suffering from stress should tie a bandage around the forehead and eyes.
"Yoga The Iyengar Way" Silva, Mira and Shyam Mehta
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