Abhyangha self massage has been shown to increase circulation and to inspire deep self care. Give yourself some healing touch, then put your legs up to rest deeply.
Needed:
- oil for self massage
- large towel that you don't mind getting oily; you might need more than one
- props: chair or sofa, 2 blocks, bolster, blanket, pillows as desired
Choose your oil based on your current state of balance, your Ayurvedic constitution, or your environment.
Oil options:
-vata (or if you're feeling nervous, anxious, cold): sesame, ashwagandha, mahanarayan, ghee; heat oil and ensure that you wrap up to remain warm
- pitta (or if you're busy, hot, or need to relax): bhringaraj, brahmi, neem; only heat lightly
- kapha (or if you're feeling lethargic or static): sesame, almond, corn; heat & use less oil and apply with faster strokes
Coconut oil can be substituted if you don't have the above oils
This practice is for all levels. Set the mood by lighting candles or preparing a bath for after your practice. Put on music that soothes your spirit.
Recordings
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30:216 months ago
Day 3 - Restorative Yoga for Inner Pe...
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Rest doesn't need to occur when all the conditions are perfect. Rehearse rest with this short class full of generative Restorative practices.
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58:386 months ago
60 min. Restorative with Tamika for W...
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We do so much so often. Tamika guides you into shapes you can do anywhere without a lot of props so that you may restore yourself anywhere.
Props: sofa/pouf/chair, 2 blankets, eye covering
All levels -
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Day 5 - Move. Breathe. Meditate. Crea...
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After brief movement, Tamika guides you through a practice of breath work and guided visions & goals meditation, then offers time for integration through journaling, painting, or any other creative outlet.
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