elbows and forearms while arching your back until you are
able to rest the top of your head on the floor. Feeling the
stretch in your neck and back, hold this posture for fifteen
seconds, then slowly lower your back and then your legs to
the ground.
BALASANA—CHILD’SPOSE
Kneeling on the floor, overlap your big toes and sit on your
heels. Separate your knees and slowly bend forward until
you are resting your body between your thighs. Lay your
hands on the floor alongside your torso, palms up, and
release your shoulders toward the floor. Rest your forehead
on the floor and breathe easily.
The child’s pose is a comfortable resting posture
that allows you to quiet your mind as your body settles
into deeper relaxation. In many ways it is the asana
equivalent of the fetal position. Bring the Law of Least
Effort into your awareness as you surrender into the
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