Shashankasana
The Sanskrit word ‘Shashank’ means moon. It is also derived from two words: shash meaning ‘hare’ and ank meaning ‘lap’. The moon symbolises peace and calm; it emits soothing and tranquillizing vibrations. Shashankasana has a similar calming and cooling effect. The pose resembles a sitting hare, therefore it is also known as ‘hare pose’’. There are many variations of this asana; the purpose is to surrender our self in the lap of mother earth. This is a relaxing asana and it gives psychological and physiological benefits.
