Pose of Peace: Shavasana

The Pose of Peace: What is Shavasana and How to Do It?

During the busy day, we sometimes need to calm our minds and bodies. In the yoga world, a pose with this calming effect is called Shavasana. Shavasana is a pose performed at the end of a yoga practice, helping you release the stress and tension of the day. Let's talk a little more about what Shavasana is, how to do it, and its benefits.

What is Shavasana?

Shavasana is also known as "Dead Man Pose" because, during the pose, your body appears almost completely relaxed and you lie quietly. This pose is often held for 5 to 10 minutes at the end of a yoga class and has a profound calming effect on the body and mind.

How to Do Shavasana?

To practice Shavasana pose correctly, you can follow these steps:

1. Lie on your back on a yoga mat or a comfortable surface.
2. Open your legs slightly and extend your arms out to your sides. Open your hands, palms facing up.
3. Spread your shoulders flat on the floor and turn your head slightly to the side so there is no tension in your neck and shoulders.
4. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and begin to relax. You can also use our upcycled ThinkWhite lavender and buckwheat hull-filled eye pillows.
5. Consciously relax each part of your body in turn. Starting with your legs, relax your back, arms, and facial muscles.
6. Stay in this pose, keeping your breathing steady and your mind quiet.
7. Before coming out of the pose, slowly open your eyes and move your hands and feet slightly.

Benefits of Shavasana

Shavasana is considered an essential part of yoga practice and has the following benefits:

1. Stress Reduction: Shavasana reduces stress by putting the mind and body into a deep state of relaxation.
2. Mental Silence: This pose clears mental clutter and calms the mind.
3. Rest and Re-energize: Shavasana helps you re-energize and rest.
4. Muscle Relaxation: Reduces muscle tension in the body and provides physical relaxation.
5. Sleep Quality: Doing Shavasana regularly can help you get a better quality of sleep.

Shavasana may be a pose often overlooked at the end of your yoga practice, but the deep sense of relaxation and calm it elicits justifies its inclusion as an essential part of your yoga session. Try Shavasana to clear your mind, reduce stress, and find inner peace. You too can experience the magical effects of this simple pose.