Daily Upper Body Reset
So often, we move through daily life with the upper back rounding forward or the head drifting in front of the body, whether at a computer, in the car, standing, or seated.
Practice: Upper Body Awareness for Shoulders and Neck
Feel like you’re doing one or both? Try this. Begin by sitting or standing. Let your arms relax by your sides. Bring your awareness to the roof of your mouth. Using this as a reference point, gently guide the upper palate back until your head feels more supported on your neck, allowing your ears to stack over your shoulders to the best of your body’s ability.
From here, externally rotate your arms until you feel your shoulder blades gently glide toward one another on your back. Then allow your forearms to relax.
Breathe here for 5 to 8 cycles, beginning with diaphragmatic breathing and gradually allowing the breath to deepen, without strain.
Why this matters
Many of us move through our day with the head drifting forward and the upper back rounding, especially while sitting, driving, or working at a computer. This practice brings awareness to how the head, neck, and shoulders relate to one another, helping to reduce unnecessary tension and support more easeful alignment.
Looking for more guidance?
Explore a 15-minute seated sequence led by Veda here: https://youtu.be/3UfNL1Aa0o4?si=13EHNfWwORGMt5ue
Upcoming offering
Alongside private sessions, weekly classes, and special events, Veda is guiding a retreat this fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Boone, NC, focused on nervous system regulation and emotional reset for those who feel overwhelmed or disconnected. Through gentle practices, breath awareness, and sound healing, this experience offers space to rest more deeply and reconnect.
Learn more about the Fall 2026 BhaktiBreath Retreat: https://bhaktibreath.com/bhaktibreath-retreat/
Veda Spidle, C-IAYT
Veda’s versatility enables her to teach people of all ages and ability levels. As a certified Yoga Therapist, she specializes in utilizing yoga to help individuals find and maintain harmony between their internal and external worlds. She aspires to continue sharing her love of yoga, meditation, health, and life with others; most importantly, Veda hopes to teach people to have self-compassion through yoga!
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