By Ashish

Yoga Exercises to Calm Your Nervous System

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Balasana is a gentle, restorative pose that encourages deep breathing and relaxation. It helps relieve tension in the back and shoulders, soothing the nervous system.

Child Pose

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Viparita Karani promotes relaxation and improves blood circulation. It also relieves tension in the legs and lower back, helping to reduce stress.

Viparita Karani

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This pose helps release tension in the back and hamstrings. Paschimottanasana also calms the mind and aids in stress reduction.

Seated Forward Bend

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Setu Bandhasana gently stretches the spine and chest, reducing anxiety and fatigue. It also stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, inducing a calming effect.

Bridge Pose

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Alternate Nostril Breathing, is a yogic breathing technique that helps calm the nervous system by balancing the flow of energy in the body. By alternating breath between the left and right nostrils, it promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and enhances mental clarity.

Nadi Shodhan Pranayama

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Sit comfortably, roll your tongue or part your lips slightly. Inhale slowly through the tongue or lips, then exhale through the nose. It cools the body, reduces stress, and induces relaxation.

Sitali Pranayama(Cooling Breath)

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Meditation, particularly mindfulness meditation, is a powerful practice to calm the nervous system. By focusing on your breath and the present moment, it reduces stress, anxiety, and the body's fight-or-flight response, promoting a state of relaxation and mental clarity.

Meditation

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In Savasana, deep breathing techniques can be incorporated. This combination relaxes the body and mind even further, reducing stress and promoting tranquility.

Shavasana

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