Yin: Space to Settle

Bring a blanket and a couple of cushions within reach. Settle at an easy first edge instead of searching for the deepest stretch. Take the transitions slowly, then give yourself time in side-lying rest before the final relaxation. Stay responsive to the body throughout.

The sequence

1. Warm up
2. 01 Easy Seat“Sit on a cushion and allow the breath to settle before the first hold.” 1m 45s
3. 02 Bound Angle Pose“Support both knees and choose a mild first edge; there is no need to push the legs down.” 2m 20s
4. Flow
5. 03 Constructive Rest“Let the feet rest on the mat and give the back time to settle.” 35s
6. 04 Seated Forward Fold“Bend the knees and rest over a cushion if useful; stay somewhere easy enough to soften.” 2m 20s
7. 05 Constructive Rest“Let the feet rest on the mat and give the back time to settle.” 35s
8. 06 Reclined Twist · Right side“Right side. Support the knees with a cushion and let the twist remain small. Come out before any strain.” 2m 20s
9. 07 Reclined Twist · Left side“Left side. Support the knees with a cushion and let the twist remain small. Come out before any strain.” 2m 20s
10. 08 Constructive Rest“Let the feet rest on the mat and give the back time to settle.” 35s
11. Cool down
12. 09 Side-Lying Rest · Right side“Right side. Use a cushion under the head and one between the knees if that feels more restful.” 2m 20s
13. 10 Side-Lying Rest · Left side“Left side. Use a cushion under the head and one between the knees if that feels more restful.” 2m 20s
14. Rest
15. 11 Corpse Pose“Let the floor carry your weight; the breath can find its own rhythm.” 2m 30s