Grounding
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Yoga setup

Seated breathing posture

Settle into an upright position before gentle movement.

Set up

Use props first. Skip or choose a gentler option when setup does not feel steady.

  1. 01Sit on a chair, cushion, or folded blanket with both sitting bones supported.
  2. 02Place feet on the floor if seated in a chair, or cross legs only if that is already comfortable.
  3. 03Rest hands on thighs or in the lap.

Cues

Stay for three to six natural breaths.

  1. 01Let the spine feel tall without forcing it straight.
  2. 02Soften the jaw, shoulders, belly, and hands.
  3. 03Keep the breath easy and ordinary.

Modifications

Pick the option that makes the position steadier and smaller.

Chair support

Use a firm chair and place a cushion behind the low back if unsupported sitting feels tiring.

Eyes open

Keep the eyes open and softly focused if closing them feels disorienting.