The article discusses differing opinions on the conclusion of yoga classes, specifically regarding Savasana. While many students appreciate remaining in this meditative pose for an extended period, some, like the author, feel uncomfortable and restless when left alone in Savasana. The contrast in experiences underscores the unique needs each student brings to their practice, as the author prefers a more structured class conclusion. This debate showcases the tension between the desire for extended relaxation and the need for closure at the end of a session.
Whenever a teacher ends class while I'm splayed out in meditation, I feel abandoned and restless. Class feels unfinished, leaving me to wonder whether I should stay or go.
I am aware that my opinion isn't popular. When I pose it to teachers or friends, I'm met with a bewildered smile, as if I must be joking.
Some students prefer to be left there, lying in the end-of-practice pose that allows for integration of both mind and body.
It may sound nice to you, but what happens next can be a touch chaotic, with props stacked and mats cleaned while some wish to remain in Savasana.
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