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Sukhasana

1) Sukhasana, or easy pose, is a simple cross-legged sitting position used in yoga, Buddhism, and Hinduism. 2) It is easier on the knees than more advanced poses like siddhasana or padmasana, making it accessible for those with physical difficulties. 3) While some schools view it as less effective for prolonged meditation, the guru Ramana Maharshi advocated it as suitable for attaining enlightenment.

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Sukhasana

1) Sukhasana, or easy pose, is a simple cross-legged sitting position used in yoga, Buddhism, and Hinduism. 2) It is easier on the knees than more advanced poses like siddhasana or padmasana, making it accessible for those with physical difficulties. 3) While some schools view it as less effective for prolonged meditation, the guru Ramana Maharshi advocated it as suitable for attaining enlightenment.

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IDA TENG MIN JEN SEP090007 Sukhasana Introduction:

Sukhasana , Easy Pose, Decent Pose, or Pleasant Pose is an asana practised in yoga , buddhism and hinduism, similar to sitting in a simple cross-legged position. While opening the hips and lengthening the spine, the posture's relative ease on the knees makes it easier than siddhasana or padmasana for people with physical difficulties. Some schools do not consider it to be as effective for prolonged meditation sessions, although the 20th century Jnana Yoga guru Ramana Maharshi advocated it as suitable for attaining Enlightenment.

Technique:
1. Take one or two thick blankets and fold them so that they form a firm, flat base that you can sit on 2. Sit close to one edge of the support you formed, with your legs stretched out ahead, in front of you. 3. Cross your shins and widen your knees, so that you can slip each foot, beneath the opposite knee. 4. Bend your knees and fold your legs towards your torso 5. Keep your feet relaxed, so that the outer edges rest on the floor and the inner arches are settled below the opposite shin. Your thighs and crossed shins should form a small triangle. There should be a gap between your pelvis and feet. 6. Sit with your pelvis in a neutral position. To do this, press your hands against the floor and lift your sitting bones a bit. Try to hang in there for a breath or two and then slowly lower yourself back on to the floor. 7. Balance your tail bone and pubic bone in such a way that they are equidistant from the ground. 8. Place your hands on your knees, palm down and lengthen your tailbone towards the floor.

Diagram

Benefits:
The Sukhasana is a comfortable, sitting yoga pose that is ideal for meditation. In Sanskrit, Sukh means ease, happiness, peace or relaxation and this pose is aimed at providing all of it. There are many physical, emotional and mental benefits associated with this pose, some of which include

Amplifying your state of serenity and tranquility Broadens your collarbones and chest Calming your brain Eliminating stress, anxiety and mental exhaustion Improving alignment Lengthening your spine Opening your hips Promoting inner calm Reducing fatigue Strengthening your back Stretching your ankles and knees

Though there are many health benefits associated with the Sukhasana, it is advisable for you to check with a doctor before practicing it.

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