How to Savasana At Home
Savasana is the art of doing nothing, complete surrender, letting go, resting, releasing, renewing.
We all need this- kids and grown-ups alike. It doesn’t have to be fancy. You can simply lie down and close your eyes, breathe, and be. The longer you stay, the deeper the rest.
But I’m also a big fan of the mini-power savasanas (like in between Zoom calls, phone calls, and transitioning from work to family life).
Here are a few tips for doing savasana on your own AT HOME
Be warm. When you’re warm enough, it’s easier to relax. And even the weight of a blanket can also feel comforting.
Quiet Space- Shut the door, turn off notifications, and let your household know you’ll be unavailable for a bit. You can settle into silence. Or if you prefer to have some sound, turn on some calming music or ambient sound.
Darkness- Close your eyes. If you have an eye pillow or towel to put over your eyes, that feels really nice too!
Comfort- Use a small pillow or folded blanket under your head. If your low back needs support, you can also put a pillow or bolster under your knees.
Aromatherapy- Put a drop of essential oil into your hands and rub together. Cup your hands by face and take a few slow breaths. This helps to quickly come into present moment, connect with breath, and cultivate calm. Their is science behind this! Our sense of smell connects with the part of the brain where we store emotions and memories.
Oils I love for savasana
Breathing Buddy- For kids, grab a stuffed animal to put on belly for emotional support. Grown-ups can do this too!
Stillness- Get the wiggles out, make whatever adjustments you need to feel more balanced & comfortable. Then settle in to stillness.
Time- Give yourself this time! Whether it’s 5 min, or 20 min, embrace the time and space to let go of everything else.
Repeat Daily!!