With everything going on in the world right now, inner peace is the need of the hour. Yoga is a great way to relieve stress, reduce depression, and return to a calming state. Turn off the phone, grab a mat, and try these grounding poses to keep anxiety at bay.
The Ego Eradicator
This easy Kundalini Yoga exercise combines an arm position with a powerful breathing method known as Breath of Fire. It is perfect for days when one feels overcome by troubling thoughts. It is a heart and lung opener and will quickly help one find their center.
– Sit tall in a cross-legged position.
– Create a V shape by extending the arms up to a 60-degree angle.
– Curl the fingers into the pads of your palms and stick out the thumbs such that they extend and point toward each other.
– Slightly tuck the chin down.
– Roll your eyes upwards, directing it to the third eye. You will feel a little pressure between the brows.
– Begin the Breath of Fire. This is a quick and rhythmic breathing routine through the nose. Pull the navel towards the spine on the exhale and release it on the inhale. Continue for 3 minutes.
– Lastly, inhale deeply and hold your breath. Stretch the arms up, draw the thumbs together, and stretch the fingers. Hold for 15 seconds, exhale slowly and relax.
The Sufi Grind
Comfortable and effective yoga pose
It’s common for most people to experience anxiety as discomfort in their gut. This gentle Kundalini Yoga movement will open up the upper body and help you feel relaxed and calm again.
– Sit comfortably in a cross-legged position.
– Put your hands on the knees.
– With the head upright, start rotating the ribcage to the right, making a circle.
– Inhale as you circle forward across the knees and exhale when you rotate back.
– The sit bones should always be connected to the floor. Think of yourself as a human mortar and pestle.
– Do this for one minute and then circle to the left.
The Frog Pose
The Frog Pose will massage your kidneys
This pose is said to massage the kidneys, which, according to some experts, is where we store fear. It also balances the adrenal glands and helps soothe your nerves.
– Get into a squat position with your feet apart from each other and heels touching. They should be in an elevated ‘V’ shape when you look down.
– Spread the knees apart and keep your fingers on the floor for balance.
– As you inhale, lift the heels, elevate the hips, and stretch the legs. Straighten them as much as possible and try to touch your nose to the knees.
– When exhaling, look towards the sky as you lower the hips back down to the heels. Continue for 26 rounds, then sit down in Easy Pose and rest.
Paschimottanasana
Stretch your back all the way and calm your central system
This pose is said to stretch the back, elongate the spine, and calm the nervous system. It also stimulates the intestines, kidneys, ovaries, and other organs.
– Sit up straight and stretch your legs out in front.
– Inhale and stretch the arms over the head.
– Exhale and come forward, hinging at the hips. Reach as far ahead as you can.
– Relax the neck and head and breathe deeply.
– Feel the stretch for a minute and then roll back up to a seated position.
Try these poses today to disconnect from the world and melt your worries away.