Yoga Pose - Warrior Pose “Virabrasana”
Warrior Pose, Virabrasana, is one of the most well-known yoga poses.
It is versatile, with many extended options available to suit all ability levels.
Internal benefits for mind and soul with Warrior Pose
The mind and soul benefits of this pose can sometimes be overlooked in your yoga practice.
Have you given much thought to how you feel when you are in a pose? To your breath, limbs, posture, tightness, pressure points.
What do you think as you stand in Warrior? Do you feel strong and steady, ready to take on the world?
Or do you just feel like your limbs are aching?
One of the most asked questions from my students and retreat attendees is “how do I take yoga off the mat and into my life?” It’s not always an easy question to answer, but when you draw back to how you feel mentally and intuitively during your yoga practice, Warrior especially helps provide some insight.
We all have difficult people and situations in our lives, and we must understand which tools or ”weapons” to use if we need to take them on and fight. Or also knowing when it is better to let it go, as some battles are just not worth it!
This pose is about building strength in body and mind, increasing our stamina, not just in physical situations but mental strength. Being able to stand up for yourself, is the Warrior.
As your yoga practice deepens, you will begin to understand how and when to fight your battles with the proper weapons of a warrior.
Remember, not all battles end in victory, and there will be times when we were wrong and must show compassion and forgiveness. Warrior will help you accept and understand these moments in life.
Essential Oils to Use with Warrior Pose
“Warrior Essential Oil Blend is an empowering blend of frankincense, lemon and cedarwood. Like the pose, this blend builds strength, courage, and wisdom from within. The three oils vitalise the Crown, Solar Plexus and Sacral Chakras.
Frankincense (Boswellia Carterii) was a gift given to Jesus by the Three Wise Men and is collected from the resin of the Boswellia Carterii Tree. This tree grows and thrives in the desolate conditions of Somalia and Pakistan. It has meditative qualities that calm and ground, enhance spiritual wisdom and help reduce anxiety. Perfect for protection.
Cedarwood (cedrus atlantica) is obtained by steam inhalation of the cedarwood. Known for strengthening community, promoting focus and willpower. A powerful tonic for the body to get the chi flowing!
Lemon Oil (citrus limoum) is extracted from the rind of lemon fruit and stimulates the mind, clears confusion, negative emotions, and irritating behaviour. Lemon uplifts the spirits bringing clarity and a tonic to the respiratory system.
All combined to give us the confidence of a Warrior.”
Sharen Turner, Secret Scent Aromatherapy