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Savasana with Eye Pillow

शवासन नेत्र तकिया

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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.