Hey friends,
Ah, Savasana. The grand finale. The moment you’ve been waiting for. You lay down, arms and legs spread out like a starfish, and finally… your brain starts narrating like it just got a caffeine IV.
Let’s be honest: here’s what most of us are actually thinking in Savasana:
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"Did I remember to reply to that email?"
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"What am I making for dinner?"
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"My left foot feels colder than my right foot. Is that normal?"
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"I should probably reorganize my closet this weekend."
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"What's that smell?"
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"Why is everyone else so zen while my brain is screaming?"
Sound familiar? Welcome to the human experience. You’re not failing at yoga. This is part of its process.
So, what should you be focusing on in Savasana?
Savasana isn’t just “nap time.” It’s the moment when your body integrates all the work you just did. It's the bridge from your physical practice to your spiritual development. It's the moment a complex recipe comes together to be served on the table.
Here’s where to gently direct your focus:
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Body Sensations: Feel the weight of your body sinking into the mat. Notice how your breath naturally rises and falls. Pay attention to areas of softness or tension without judging them.
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Breath Awareness: Follow your breath like a slow, meandering river. No need to control it. Just observe the inhale and exhale like you're watching clouds float by.
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Gratitude: Mentally thank yourself for showing up on the mat. Even if your Warrior II was wobbly and your Down Dog was more like a Down Possum, you made it.
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Letting Go: If a thought pops up (and it will), just wave at it like a neighbour and let it keep driving down the street. No need to hop in the car with it. Visualise it flowing in through one ear and kindly show it out the other.
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Nothing at All: Yes, sometimes you can just float in that beautiful, rare space of nothingness. It's magical. If you get there for even 5 seconds, that’s a win.
Pro Tip: The mind’s job is to think. Don’t get mad at it for doing its job. Just gently keep steering it back to the present moment.
Savasana is your nervous system’s happy place. It’s where your body repairs, your mind resets, and your spirit gets a little hug. The more you practice, the easier it becomes to settle in and savor that sweet, sweet stillness.
So next time you’re in Savasana and your brain starts building grocery lists, just smile, take a breath, and come back to the present.
Namaste and happy savasana-ing,
Patty Perlman
