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Benefits (5)
- + Deepens Savasana significantly
- + Activates relaxation response
- + Blocks light completely
- + Calms optic nerve
- + Better than plain Savasana for anxiety
Avoid If (2)
- - Eye infections
- - Recent eye surgery
About
Savasana with eye pillow — the gentle pressure on eyes activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Lie in Savasana.
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2. Place eye pillow (or folded cloth) over eyes.
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3. Gentle weight — eyes press inward.
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4. Optic nerve calms.
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5. Arms alongside, palms up.
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6. Complete darkness — disconnected from external.
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7. Hold 5-15 minutes.
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8. Remove eye pillow — keep eyes closed.
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9. Wiggle fingers, roll to side.
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10. Slowly sit up.