Yoga Relaxation Techniques FAQs
Below are some questions students may ask you about yogic relaxation techniques...
What yogic relaxation techniques do you recommend?
I invite you to spend 10 minutes per day for 30 days, focusing on doing one of the following relaxation practices, either after your asana practice or by itself. If you make time for this 30-day experiment, your mind and body will love you.
Kids & Teen Yoga Relaxations: Belly Balloon Relaxation, Body Scan Relaxation, Compassion Friend Relaxation, Compassion Ugly Relaxation, Elastic Band Relaxation, I AM Relaxation, Peace Bubbles Relaxation, Sleepy Sea Star Relaxation, and Whisper Name Relaxation.
Adult Yoga Relaxations: Blue Bubble Relaxation, Counting Down Relaxation, Dolphin Relaxation, Glass Water Relaxation, Global Perspective Relaxation, Locked Box Relaxation, Pavlov Relaxation, Peace Room Relaxation, Positive Breath Relaxation, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Sparrow Relaxation, Stress Balloons Relaxation, and Zen Clouds Relaxation.
Can yoga relaxations help me to become more mindful?
Yes. You'll become more mindful and aware of the present moment. After a few weeks of relaxation practice, problems won't feel so mountainous. You'll be more able to keep your calm and deal with the chaotic situation with calm energy.
Can yoga relaxations reduce stress?
Yes. Many studies have shown that yoga relaxation techniques help to reduce stress and anxiety.
Can yoga relaxations enhance my mood?
Yes.
Can yoga relaxations help combat insomnia?
Yes.
Can yoga relaxations train me to relax?
Most of us have been tense for so long that we have forgotten how to relax. Yoga relaxation techniques train you to have 'calm' as your default state of mind, even in chaotic situations.
Would an asana practice help me to feel relaxed?
Yes. Mind and body are related. When our body relaxes (e.g. after a yoga class) so does the mind and vice versa. Before the body can fully relax it often needs to move, that is where the asanas come in, and is why the relaxation comes at the end of a yoga class. If you are the parent of a two-year-old, you'll know that he/she will naturally want to relax after they've had a good play, and burned away their nervous energy. The same concept applies to you after an asana session.
Why is Savasana, which looks so easy, so hard?
Most yoga teachers think that Savasana is the most important asana, and also the hardest one to master. It looks like the easiest asana, but don't be fooled. It can take many months of yoga to fully allow your body and mind to relax. Have patience. Keep getting on your mat to practice Savasana, then one day seemingly out of nowhere your energy will be calm.
