Peace is not something you find; it’s something you build. This three-pose sequence guides you through the process of constructing an inner sanctuary, a mental and emotional space you can retreat to at any time. Using the elements as your guide, you will lay the foundation, erect the walls, and open the space for profound inner peace.
First, lay the foundation of your sanctuary with the unwavering stability of Earth in Balasana (Child’s Pose). Every sanctuary needs a solid ground. This posture connects you to that sense of absolute support and security. It is the bedrock of your inner peace, a reminder that you are always held and safe.
Next, erect the protective walls of your sanctuary with the gentle flow of Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-the-Wall). These walls are not rigid; they are fluid and adaptable, like Water. This pose encourages release and letting go, allowing stress and external pressures to flow away rather than penetrate your inner space. It creates a boundary of calm around you.
Finally, open up the vast, quiet interior of your sanctuary with Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend). Inside the walls is a space of boundless peace and stillness—the element of Space. This introspective pose is the act of entering your sanctuary. Here, shielded from the outside world, you can rest in the profound silence and tranquility of your own being.
