shah-VAH-sah-nah
A state of conscious relaxation and total surrender that allows the body to integrate the benefits of practice. It is the practice of 'dying' to the ego to be reborn into the present moment.
Release all muscular effort.
Allow the body to become heavy.
Observe the breath without controlling it.
Lie flat on your back, legs spread wider than hips, toes splaying out.
Arms away from the body, palms facing up to receive energy.
Tuck the shoulder blades slightly underneath the chest to open the heart.
Ensure the chin is neutral, neither tucked nor pointing up.