Basic exercises for deep relaxation
Exercises: Giving from the heart and Falling into the earth
Training type: Relaxation training
Element: Water
Chakra: Heart chakra exercises
Subtle body: Emotional body
Requirements
Giving from the heart and Falling into the earth are two standing exercises for the upper body. They are comfortable, and everybody can do them.
Outcome physical
These two practices are deep relaxation techniques. Through smooth movements, the body softens on a deep level and releases all the stored tension. Especially the upper body holds a lot of strain, through emotional stress, like arguments, anxiety or, too much workload. Significantly the heart chakra exercises soften this tension in the body.
Outcome spiritual
These two exercises harmonize the emotional body, which is part of your aura. Once you let go of all pressure, you will feel a deep emotional relief. Through the soft movements, your body will calm down and connect to your soul on a profound and pressure-free level.
Best ways to do
Beginner Circuit: Alternate 15-30 seconds of Giving from the heart and Falling into the earth for 3 circuits.
Relaxation Circuit: Alternate 15-30 seconds of each activity with other relaxation exercises such as Dreamwaver, Letting go, Expansion, and Taking in.
Relaxation/Flexibility Circuit: Alternate 15-30 seconds of these two exercises with flexibility exercises, such as Backstretch, Chest stretch, Shoulder stretch, and Side twist shoulder.
Guidance
1. Giving from the heart
Stand with your legs 2 feet apart and close your eyes. Take one hand in front of your chest with the palm facing up. Gently lean forward to one side and extend your hand to the front. Alternate the sides. Feel the gentleness of the movement. Gently breathe.
Keypoints:
- Relax your shoulders
- Tuck your pelvis in
- Keep your knees soft
2. Falling into the earth
Stand with your legs 2 feet apart and close your eyes. Start to roll slowly forward and let your upper body relax down. From that position, move your upper body slowly up and down. Feel the relaxation of the movement. Gently breathe.
Keypoints:
- Relax your shoulders
- Tuck your pelvis in
- Keep your knees soft
- Keep your arms loose
