HEART AWAKENER

To start this pose, follow the guidelines for Easy Pose (Sukhasana) on page 16, but take your left heel to your perineum and let your left knee fold out to the side. Bring your right foot in and align your heels. Taking a few breaths in this position, with your hands gently resting on your heart and belly, is a simple but powerful practice. The hand on your heart helps you form a soft connect with your compassion, and the hand on your belly draws you in to your centre. With eyes closed, it helps still your mind and quieten your nervous system. It also helps you become more aware of the distribution of your breath between your lower abdomen and your chest.

Rest in the pose as long as you need, allowing your breath to naturally lengthen.

Benefits

Grounding and centring

Soothes the nervous system

Calms and settles the mind