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Stillness Practices

Child's Pose

Somatic / Body-Centered

A gentle, forward-folding resting posture that creates a comforting sense of privacy and introspection.

Instructions

  1. Kneel on the floor: Bring your knees wide apart and let your big toes touch behind you. 

  2. Sit on your heels: Lower your hips down onto your heels as much as possible. 

  3. Fold forward: Slowly crawl your hands forward, lowering your torso down between your thighs. 

  4. Rest your forehead: Place your forehead flat down on the floor or on a comfortable cushion. 

  5. Extend or relax arms: Keep your arms stretching out in front of you, or drape them back alongside your legs. 

  6. Sink your chest: With every exhale, let your chest melt closer and closer to the ground. 

  7. Breath into the back: Feel your upper and lower back expanding with air as you rest for 2 to 5 minutes.

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