Joyful Smiling Face Pose

Ananda Hasita Mukhasana

Relax the shoulders and smile widely. That is all it takes to complete this pose.

Ananda means joy; hasita means smiling; mukha means face. This is an original name created for the app.

This is an original rest entry created for the app, rather than a traditional asana or a pose listed in external dictionaries.

Movement guidance

Preparation
Sit or stand comfortably and notice tension in the face and shoulders.
Entry and alignment
Lightly lift the corners of the mouth and relax the face without striving for a perfect shape.
Hold and breathe
Relax the shoulders and jaw and offer yourself a kind expression. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.
Exit and next movement
Return to a comfortable expression and breathe naturally.