The Sacred Shavasana: 7-Minute Integration Of Being

In the Indian tradition, Shavasana is the most vital posture—the moment where movement ends and true integration begins. This 7.5-minute guided Shavasana invites you to fully release effort and allow your body to absorb the medicine of your practice.

Guided by Indian-origin somatic teacher Palak Ghetia, this relaxation is a powerful moment for the nervous system to settle and the body to reclaim its natural state of stillness. You will be gently invited to soften through the body, unbind from physical tension, and arrive in a state of profound ease.

While traditionally practiced after yoga, this track is an ideal sanctuary for anytime you need to pause, ground your energy, and reconnect with your inner calm. Lie down, let the earth support you, and experience the sacred art of simply being."

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Transcript

Welcome to Shavasana, The final and most important part of yoga practice. Lie down on your back, Find a comfortable position. Your legs are away from each other. Your feet are almost hip width apart. Your arms resting gently at your sides, Away from your torso. And palms facing up. Gently close your eyes. Or if that feels overwhelming, You can turn your gaze inwards and just relax your eyes. Now, Take a deep breath in. Feel the breath going all the way up to your belly. Your belly rising up. And then exhale. Inhale all the way up to your belly. And then exhale fully with the side. Letting go of any tension. Continue breathing deeply. Reminding yourself that this is your time for complete relaxation and stillness. A moment of letting go and surrendering to the present moment. Let go of any thoughts or worries and allow yourself to be fully present in the here and the now. Bring your attention to your physical body. Starting with both your feet. Big toes. Second toes. Third toes. Fourth toes. Pinky toes. Relaxing each body part as I name them and paying attention to the bottom part. Ball of your feet. Arches of your feet. Heels. Ankles. Calves. Shins. Both your knees. Both your thighs. Inner thighs. Outer thighs. Glutes. Hips. Hip bones. Pelvis. Both your legs and the pelvis completely relaxed. Both the legs and pelvis completely relaxed. Now bringing your attention to your lower back. Middle back. Upper back. Shoulder blades. Shoulders. Armpits. Collar bones. Chest. Stomach. Upper abdomen. Lower abdomen. Sides of your torso. All your internal organs. Intestine. Stomach. Kidneys. Liver. Lungs. Heart. Your torso and all the internal organs completely relaxed. Your torso and your legs completely relaxed. Bringing your attention to your shoulders. Upper arms. Elbows. Forearms. Wrists. Palms. Thumbs. Index fingers. Middle fingers. Ring fingers. Pinky fingers. Back of your palm. Both your arms completely relaxed. Both your arms completely relaxed. Now bringing your attention to your neck, Throat, Sides of the neck, Jaw, Teeth, Tongue, Cheeks, Lips, Nose, Eyes, Eyebrows, Ears, Back of the ears, Forehead, Crown, Back of the head. Entire face and head completely relaxed. Your face, Head, Neck, Torso, Hands and legs completely relaxed. Your entire body completely relaxed. And observe how your breath feels right now. Bring your attention to your mind. Observing how your mind feels right now. Observe how relaxed your body and mind feels in the present moment. And staying there, Enjoying this moment of stillness in the mind and body for a couple of more breaths. And while you are here, Sending a wave of gratitude to your body for today's practice. A wave of gratitude to your body for keeping you healthy, Alive and mobile. And only if you feel ready, Stretch your left hand above your head. Roll onto your right side. Resting your head on your left arm. Take a couple of breaths here. And only when you feel ready, Lift yourself up into a sitting position. Eyes are closed. Body is comforted. Feeling the warmth in your hands. Gently placing them on your eyes. Slowly open your eyes. Namaste. And welcome back.