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Savasana with Eye Pillow
शवासन नेत्र तकिया
Savasana with eye pillow — the gentle pressure on eyes activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
Benefits
- Deepens Savasana significantly
- Activates relaxation response
- Blocks light completely
- Calms optic nerve
- Better than plain Savasana for anxiety
- Full anatomical benefits — muscles, joints, organs →
Avoid If
- Eye infections
- Recent eye surgery
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
6 cues
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
- 1Lie flat on your back with legs comfortably apart
- 2Let the feet fall naturally to the sides
- 3Place the arms alongside the body, palms facing up
- 4Close the eyes and release all muscular effort
- 5Relax the jaw, tongue, and facial muscles
- 6Allow the breath to become natural and effortless
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About this Pose
Savasana with eye pillow — the gentle pressure on eyes activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
How to Practice
1. Lie in Savasana.
2. Place eye pillow (or folded cloth) over eyes.
3. Gentle weight — eyes press inward.
4. Optic nerve calms.
5. Arms alongside, palms up.
5 more steps remaining
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Savasana with Eye Pillow
What is Savasana with Eye Pillow?
Savasana with eye pillow — the gentle pressure on eyes activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
What are the benefits of Savasana with Eye Pillow?
Deepens Savasana significantly. Activates relaxation response. Blocks light completely. Calms optic nerve. Better than plain Savasana for anxiety.
Who should avoid Savasana with Eye Pillow?
Avoid this pose if you have: Eye infections, Recent eye surgery.
How many steps are in Savasana with Eye Pillow?
Savasana with Eye Pillow is practiced in 10 steps. Lie in Savasana.
Is Savasana with Eye Pillow suitable for beginners?
Yes, Savasana with Eye Pillow is a beginner-friendly pose suitable for all levels.
What props are needed for Savasana with Eye Pillow?
You may use: bolster. Props make the pose more accessible and comfortable.
What conditions does Savasana with Eye Pillow help with?
Savasana with Eye Pillow is therapeutic for: insomnia, anxiety, migraine, hypertension.
What poses should I do before Savasana with Eye Pillow?
Prepare with: Savasana, Supta Tadasana, Apanasana. These warm up the relevant muscles and joints.
Build Your Own Sequence
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