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A greater appreciation and care for the physical tends to occur."

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Their legs are relaxed with the heels turned outwards.

The giver will use their own feet to massage the receivers’s feet for several minutes (top).

The receiver takes hold of the giver’s wrists or forearms.

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The giver will slowly lean backwards, pulling the receiver along with him or her (above).

The receiver should coordinate the same breathing.

The receiver will then hold the giver’s forearms.

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If executed properly, the giver can even give him or herself a good stretch at the same time.

In that case, the giver will only supply pressure downwards, not up.

Double StraddleSit facing one another with legs open in a straddle position.

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Hold each other’s hands or arms.

Press the back of the knees towards the ground and lengthen your spines.

Hold for 8 to 10 breaths.

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Switch directions and giver/ receiver.

The receiver will close their eyes and full relax.

The giver may massage the receiver’s feet, hands and head (above).

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Another option is for both partners to lie together, possibly holding hands, while resting.

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