In our busy, often hectic lifestyles, we have forgotten how to relax, to rest deeply. Even in deep sleep tension is still experienced. But in the state of relaxation there is no movement, the brain is quiet and there is a dynamic calm. Here is the best part: relaxation is something you can learn, and it is the healthiest thing you can do for yourself.
In the first issue of Trailhead Magazine, I offered an introduction to Restorative Yoga and presented the first of seven basic postures, Supported Fish.
This quarter you will find instructions for Supported Goddess. Also called Supported Bound-Angle or Supported Cobbler, this posture is considered one of the most important in the basic restorative series. Physically, it opens the entire front body - chest, belly and pelvis. These areas are often restricted by the ways we sit and stand and even the way our clothes fit. On a mental-emotional level, this pose allows for a deep opening with safety and security. The whole body is cradled by the props as the chest and front torso gently open, allowing for a deep opening inside the body as well.
"Restorative Yoga, Restful Poses to Cradle the Body, Comfort the Heart, Calm the Mind."