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
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!!
xoxo
Renee
Essential Oils for Mind & Mood Support
Essential oils & aromatherapy can be an amazing support for mental & emotional wellness.
In this Essential Oil Study Session I chat with my good friend Jerrilee Fischer-Garza about simple ways to infuse essential oils into your day to feel more balanced, uplifted, focused and rested.
Essential oils & aromatherapy can be an amazing support for mental & emotional wellness.
In this Essential Oil Study Session I chat with my good friend Jerrilee Fischer-Garza about simple ways to infuse essential oils into your day to feel more balanced, uplifted, focused and rested.
We go over which oils to use, how to use them, and other simple self-care practices you can do to alleviate anxiety, lift your mood, and support better sleep.
Watch the Study Session
Oils to Support Your Mood
Oils for Anxiety/Stress
Woodsy Oils: Copaiba, Frankincense, Vetiver, Sandalwood
Florals Oils: Lavender, Magnolia, Rose, Geranium
Blends: Adaptiv, Balance
Oils for Low Moods and Fatigue
Citrus Oils: Lime, Wild Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit
Minty Oils: Peppermint. & Spearmint
Blends: Balance, Breathe, Citrus Bliss
*Caution: Citrus Oils are photosensitive (with the exception of Green Mandarin.) Avoid sun exposure for 12 hours after applying citrus oils to the skin.
Read more about oils for emotional wellness.
Simple Ways to Support Your Mood with Oils
Simply Breathe - Place 1-2 drops of essential oil into your hands and rub together. Place hands in front of your face and take 6 deep breaths.
Mini Savasana - Rub 1-2 drops of essential oil into your hands, take a few breaths, and apply to the chest and the back of the neck. Put legs up the wall/chair or take any restful pose. Breathe deeply and relax for as long as you’d like.
Quick Self-Massage - Sit in an upright position and lower your shoulders away from your ears. Put some carrier oil into your hands with a couple of drops of your favorite essential oil. Rub your hands together then apply to your neck and shoulders. Locate tight or painful areas. Press fingers firmly into those areas, making circular motions. Don’t over think it! Trust yourself and let it feel good!
Quick Pick-Me-Up - 1-2 drops each Wild Orange and Peppermint. Add oils to your palms and rub them together. Cup hands over nose and inhale deeply. Apply to the back of the neck, wrists and inner elbows.
Uplifting Diffuser Blends
Elevate Your Mood
3 Litsea
3 Frankincense
3 Citrus Bliss
Mood Booster
3 Tangerine
3 Lemongrass
3 Spearmint
Bright and Fresh
3 Breathe
3 Lime
2 Wild Orange
Happy Blend
3 Balance
3 Citrus Bliss
Calming Diffuser Blends for Sleep
Sleep Well
3 Frankincense
3 Lavender
3 Bergamot
Breathe Easy
3 Breathe
3 Lime
3 Wild Orange
Restful Sleep
2 Lavender
2 Frankincense
2 Breathe
Take a Breath and Sleep
3 Balance
2 Breathe
1 Juniper Berry
Roller Bottle Recipes
Make your own 10ml roller bottle with essential oils that you can apply to wrists & forearms, back of neck and over heart to support you mood.
Add essential oils to a clean roller bottle. Let oils set for 10-15 minutes. Top off with Fractionated Coconut Oil or carrier oil of choice.
Liquid Sleep Roller - 15 drops Lavender, 10 Vetiver, 5 Frankincense, 5 Ylang Ylang, 5 Wild Orange
Creative Focus - 40 drops each wild orange and peppermint.
Internal Support for Sleep
Serenity Softgels
doTERRA Serenity Restful Complex is a unique combination of Lavender essential oil and natural plant extracts in a vegetarian softgel to help you get the refreshing sleep you need without leaving you feeling groggy and sleepy the next day.* doTERRA Serenity Restful Complex combines the well-researched, relaxing benefits of Lavender essential oil and L-Theanine along with lemon balm, passionflower, and chamomile to gently promote relaxation and sleep.*