SHANTi  sitting-technic

 When you are tired is the best time to practice and when you are full of energy is the best time to relax?

There are always many possibilities

Take and use only what is good for you and drop everything else. Here is a technique that is suitable for both beginners and advanced practitioners. It combines helpful techniques from various traditions into a simple whole and focuses on the essentials:

Sit on your SHANTi so that both knees touch the floor, this creates a stable base and allows your spine to naturally straighten itself. The Burmese pose and the quarter or half lotus are particularly suitable. You can also kneel if this is easier for you. 

Sensing perception

At the beginning, close your eyes to perceive your body more easily from the inside and release the tension - wherever you perceive it within you - as you exhale. 

Then connect with the feeling of being carried - let yourself be carried. Straighten your spine like a flower growing towards the sun. Strong back and open heart. Slowly open your eyes and let your gaze rest gently on the floor in front of you. 

Mindfulness

Now focus your attention on your breath - consciously notice how you inhale and exhale all by yourself. Keep your attention on your breath - as best you can - and connect with your breathing rhythm. Let your breath come and go, whether deep or shallow, just as it wants to by itself.

If your attention wanders, simply return to your breath as soon as you notice it. That's all - no big deal.

With regular practice, this simple exercise, which is independent of any world view, can bring you completely to yourself.

If you would like to dive deeper into this exercise, i offer individual or group coaching.  

 Where is happiness if not within yourself?