stillpoint yoga
yoga meditation and philosophy with Lynn
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Blue Star and 61 Points Shavasana Relaxation Exercise
Bring your awareness to your entire body from head to toes and toes to head. As you bring your mind through the body, relax each part and release any holding or tension. The practice begins at the eyebrow center. Bring your awareness to the center of this point. Imagine a brilliant blue white light or star emanating from the eyebrow center. After a few breaths, bring your mind through the body to the next point. Visualize the blue star at this point. Continue through the body in the following sequence.
1 Eyebrow center Now expand your awareness to include your entire body from head to toes. Rest in the stillness and remain aware of the 61 blue stars in the body. After a few minutes, bend your knees and turn to your left side and support your head with your arm. Be aware of the flow of the breath in the right nostril – allow the breath to be smooth and even with no pauses or breaks. Observe the warmth of the exhalation and the coolness of the inhalation. Keep the mind focused on the breath for at least seven complete breaths. Use your hands to bring yourself up to a sitting position with the head, neck and trunk in one line. Sit for at least a few moments before opening the eyes and returning to daily life. Blue star shavasana practice is also a good preparation for meditation. |