“The practice is flexible enough to meet you where you are, and it can help you process a range of emotions.”
If you’ve had an abortion or a miscarriage, yoga can be a helpful sanctuary—a safe space for you to release emotions and to cultivate a connection with yourself. These experiences can be traumatic and grief-inducing. They may also bring mixed emotions. Please know that no matter what you may be feeling, you are not alone in this journey. One in four women will have an abortion, and about 20 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage.
As a health care practitioner specializing in women’s health, I often prescribe yoga to my patients for the grief and trauma associated with abortion or miscarriage. The practice is flexible enough to meet you where you are, and it can help you process a range of emotions. It can calm your mind and help you to begin healing.
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In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), there is a special energetic connection between the heart and the uterus. Anytime trauma impacts either the uterus or emotions of the heart, the other can be affected. When you suppress an emotion, you contribute to a state of internal imbalance.
Try this TCM-inspired practice to support yourself physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. You’ll begin with acupressure tapping—stimulating a set of points to release trauma, grief, and anxiety. Then, you’ll move into a gentle seated flow, allowing your pelvic floor to be grounded to instill a feeling of safety and connection. Finally, there will be a meditation, allowing space to (re)connect your heart and womb.
You’ll need a blanket and a block for this practice.
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This point allows thoughts that do not serve us to be cleared from the mind. Tap along the midline of the top of your head 30 times with a medium frequency and pressure.</p><p><em>See also</em> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/tcm-inspired-sequence-to-help-you-cope-with-the-springtime-blues">TCM-Inspired Sequence to Help You Cope with the Springtime Blues</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MTM2MTM5/1a.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7700227cb” data-image-slug=”1a” data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MTM2MTM5″ data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MTM2MTM5/1a.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MTM2MTM5/1a.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MTM2MTM5/1a.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MTM2MTM5/1a.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MTM2MTM5/1a.jpg” data-title=”Top of Head (DU 20)”> This point calms the mind. Place four fingers in a line from the center of your eyebrows to the center of your forehead and tap 30 times with a medium frequency and pressure.</p><p>See also <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-101/chakratuneup2015-intro-ajna">Chakra Tune-Up: Intro to the Ajna</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM4Njg5/1b.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7700027cb” data-image-slug=”1b” data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM4Njg5″ data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM4Njg5/1b.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM4Njg5/1b.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM4Njg5/1b.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM4Njg5/1b.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM4Njg5/1b.jpg” data-title=”Third Eye (Yin Tang)”> This point will return consciousness, which can be scattered if you’ve experience trauma. Place two fingers on the middle of your philtrum, the vertical groove between your nose and upper lip. Tap 30 times with a medium frequency and pressure.</p><p><em>See also </em><a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/colleen-saidman-yees-poses-hidden-trauma">Let It All Go: 7 Poses to Release Trauma in the Body</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjY3MjEx/1c.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7b00027cb” data-image-slug=”1c” data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjY3MjEx” data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjY3MjEx/1c.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjY3MjEx/1c.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjY3MjEx/1c.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjY3MjEx/1c.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjY3MjEx/1c.jpg” data-title=”Middle of the Philtrum (DU 26)”>This point helps release and process sadness and grief. Find the depression just below your clavicle (collarbone) and toward your chest. Tap 30 times with a medium frequency and pressure.</p><p><em>See also</em> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/yoga-for-inner-peace-12-poses-to-release-sadness">Yoga for Inner Peace: 12 Poses to Release Sadness</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTY5NjEx/1d.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc750002481″ data-image-slug=”1d” data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTY5NjEx” data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTY5NjEx/1d.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTY5NjEx/1d.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTY5NjEx/1d.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTY5NjEx/1d.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTY5NjEx/1d.jpg” data-title=”Medial to Shoulder Joint and Inferior to Clavicle (LU 1)”> This is a point to process emotions of the heart, unbind the chest, and allow a feeling of safety and connection. Place your fingers on the middle of your sternum (breastbone). Tap 30 times with a medium frequency and pressure.</p><p> Repeat the cycle (30 taps on each of the five points) 3–5 more times to create a state of ease. </p><p><em>See also</em> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/yoga-sequences-for-stress">30 Yoga Sequences to Reduce Stress</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM5NTMx/1e.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7700127cb” data-image-slug=”1e” data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM5NTMx” data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM5NTMx/1e.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM5NTMx/1e.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM5NTMx/1e.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM5NTMx/1e.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc1OTM5NTMx/1e.jpg” data-title=”Middle of Sternum (REN 17)”>For this gentle seated flow, you can begin in <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/poses/easy-pose">Sukhasana (Easy Pose),</a> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/poses/cow-face-pose">Gomukhasana (Cow Face Pose)</a>, or <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/poses/fire-log-pose">Double Pigeon</a>. Choose which one feels best for your body and start with your right leg in front or on top. You may also want to place a blanket under your hips to help keep your pelvis in a neutral position, which will help protect your lower back. Use an even, natural breath throughout the practice.</p><p> Find the seated posture that works best for your body. Rest your hands on your shins or your knees. On an inhalation, pull your chest forward and extend your neck for Seated <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/poses/cat-pose">Cat Pose</a>. </p><p><em>See also</em> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/meditation/mindful-breathing-practice-tough-emotions">Feel the Feels: A Mindful Breathing Practice for Tough Emotions</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjAxNjc1/2a.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7900027cb” data-image-slug=”2a” data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjAxNjc1″ data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjAxNjc1/2a.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjAxNjc1/2a.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjAxNjc1/2a.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjAxNjc1/2a.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MjAxNjc1/2a.jpg” data-title=”Seated Cat Pose”>On an exhalation, gently round your spine and allow a gentle rocking motion to calm your body. Repeat Seated <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/poses/cat-pose">Cat</a>-<a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/poses/cow-pose">Cow</a> Pose at your own pace for 2 minutes.</p><p><em> See also</em> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/videos/bhastrika-pranayama-practice">Find Inner Peace with This 60-Second Breath Practice</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDcwNjAz/2b.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7800227cb” data-image-slug=”2b” data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDcwNjAz” data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDcwNjAz/2b.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDcwNjAz/2b.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDcwNjAz/2b.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDcwNjAz/2b.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDcwNjAz/2b.jpg” data-title=”Seated Cow Pose”> Place your right hand behind your right hip and bring your left hand to your right knee as you come into a gentle twist. This will not be your full expression of a twist, but rather an opportunity to emphasize breath into the left lung to unravel stuck emotions. In TCM, every organ system has an emotion associated with it. Grief and sadness are emotions of the lung. Feel your ribs expand on each inhale. Stay for 2 minutes. </p><p><em>See also </em><a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/relaxation-101">The Art of Relaxation</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2Mzk4Mjgz/3.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7a0002481″ data-image-slug=”3″ data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2Mzk4Mjgz” data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2Mzk4Mjgz/3.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2Mzk4Mjgz/3.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2Mzk4Mjgz/3.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2Mzk4Mjgz/3.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2Mzk4Mjgz/3.jpg” data-title=”Seated Twist”> When you’ve experienced trauma, it is best to open the back of the heart (the space between the shoulder blades), rather than trying to do chest openers that may feel overwhelming. As you fold forward, bring your left arm under the right. Extend your right arm overhead as you rest your forehead on a block. As you allow the shoulder blades to separate, feel the extra space for the breath at the back of your heart. Stay 2 minutes. </p><p><em>See also</em> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-service/healing-power-of-trauma-informed-yoga-classes">The Healing Power of Trauma-Informed Yoga Classes</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA1MDY3/4.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7600027cb” data-image-slug=”4″ data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA1MDY3″ data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA1MDY3/4.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA1MDY3/4.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA1MDY3/4.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA1MDY3/4.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA1MDY3/4.jpg” data-title=”Modified Thread the Needle”>As you fold forward, bring your arms over to the right side. Allow your left hip to be weighted as you extend through the left side of your body. Rest your forehead on a block. Feel the expansion of your left lung and breathe through any stuck emotional energy. Stay 2 minutes.</p><p>See also <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-101/restorative-yoga-101-7-tips-get-more-out-of-restorative-practice">Restorative Yoga 101: 7 Must-Know Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Restorative Practice</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTA0MDc1/5.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7800027cb” data-image-slug=”5″ data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTA0MDc1″ data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTA0MDc1/5.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTA0MDc1/5.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTA0MDc1/5.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTA0MDc1/5.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNTA3NTA0MDc1/5.jpg” data-title=”Seated Forward Fold with Lateral Stretch”>Place a blanket under your sitting bones to encourage a gentle tipping forward of your pelvis as you extend your legs forward. Inhale to extend your spine out of your pelvis and exhale as you bring your sternum toward your feet. Once you’re at about 50 percent of your maximum stretch, allow your spine to round. Rest your forehead on a block and let your arms be neutral at your sides. Rest for 2 minutes. </p><p>Use the strength of your arms to bring you upright. Repeat the practice on the left side. </p><p><em>See also</em> <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/7-things-you-should-do-for-a-grieving-friend">7 Things You Should Do for a Grieving Friend</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MzMyNzQ3/6.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc790002481″ data-image-slug=”6″ data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MzMyNzQ3″ data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MzMyNzQ3/6.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MzMyNzQ3/6.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MzMyNzQ3/6.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MzMyNzQ3/6.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MzMyNzQ3/6.jpg” data-title=”Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)”>Come into a comfortable seated position. Place one hand over your heart and the other hand over your uterus/lower abdomen. (In TCM, if an organ is removed, the energy of the organ still remains.)</p><p>Gently close your eyes and feel the wave of your breath move both of your hands on each inhale and exhale. When you’re ready, visualize the energy of the inhalation moving from your heart to your womb. On the exhalation, visualize the breath moving from your womb to your heart. Allow your breath and visualization to remove any blockages between your heart and womb, energizing and empowering your connection to both, with your womb being your creative power and your heart being your center of truth. Continue visualizing the breath moving from heart to womb and womb to heart for 5–10 minutes. </p><p><em>See also </em><a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/videos/10-minute-guided-meditation-for-beginners">Too Much on Your Mind? This 10-Minute Meditation Will Help You Work Through It</a></p>” data-full-src=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA0MjI1/7.jpg” data-image-id=”ci02475dc7800127cb” data-image-slug=”7″ data-public-id=”MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA0MjI1″ data-sizes=”(min-width: 675px) 700px, 100vw” data-srcset=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA0MjI1/7.jpg 320w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA0MjI1/7.jpg 700w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_960/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA0MjI1/7.jpg 960w, https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/ar_3:2%2Cc_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_1400/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA0MjI1/7.jpg 1400w” data-thumbnail=”https://www.yogajournal.com/.image/c_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_face%2Ch_80%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_80/MTY0MjAzMDIxNzc2MDA0MjI1/7.jpg” data-title=”Heart and Womb Meditation”>
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