Auspicious Pose Variation
Swastikasana Variation
- Sit in the Seated Base Position (Prarambhik Sthiti).
- Bend the left knee and place the sole of the left foot against the inside of the right thigh.
- Similarly, bend the right knee and place the heel of the right foot on the floor in front of the left shin.
- Adjust the feet so that the heels are in front of each other.
- Rest the hands on the knees in chin or jnana mudra.
- Ensure the head, neck and back upright and straight.
- Close the eyes and relax the whole body.
Breathing
- Natural and relaxed.
Awareness
- Concentrate on the physical balance.
- Equalizing the weight between the right and left sides.
Practice note
- Place a small cushion under the buttocks, to raise the hips, tilt the pelvis and lower the knees towards to the floor.
- Use whatever support is required to keep alignment of the spine with minimal effort.
