Proper Relaxation (Savasana / Deep Relaxation)
Proper Relaxation is an essential part of yoga that allows the body and mind to rest, recharge, and restore balance. Through conscious relaxation, especially in Savasana (Corpse Pose), physical tension and mental stress dissolve. It teaches the art of letting go — releasing effort and allowing energy to flow freely, promoting deep healing and inner peace.
Core Principles
Complete Rest
Giving the body time to recover from activity.
Mental Calmness
Quieting thoughts and releasing emotional strain.
Energy Renewal
Allowing prana (vital energy) to flow evenly throughout the body.
Awareness in Stillness
Staying mindful and present even in relaxation.
practise
- Savasana (Corpse Pose) — Lying still and consciously relaxing each part of the body.
- Guided Relaxation / Yoga Nidra — Deep relaxation through awareness and visualization.
- Breath Awareness —Using slow, deep breathing to release tension.
- Short Rest Between Asanas — Brief pauses to absorb the benefits of each posture.
After completing a yoga session, lying in Savasana with gentle breath awareness relaxes the muscles, slows the heartbeat, and leaves the mind peaceful and refreshed — ready for meditation or daily life.
“Relaxation is not mere sleep — it is a state of conscious rest where the body relaxes, the mind becomes calm, and energy is replenished. It balances effort with ease, leading to harmony between body, mind, and spirit.”