Alignment makes the mind humble and focuses it towards the gross body. As a rule, the relationship between the mind and the gross body is very superfluous. It is limited to experiences of joy and sorrow. In Savasana, we attempt to observe our breath and stabilise it; but, after a few moments of observation, our mind tends to wander back to its attachments of pain, agony or happiness.
Basic alignment in Savasana with intelligence is critical. The mind is so involved with its ego that it ignores the body. However, certain basic body adjustments can calm and relax the mind. A simple acknowledgment of our body and allowing it to rest can lead to a great mind and body relaxation in Savasana. Savasana lets us observe this gross body with neutrality through expansion of breaths. But before focusing on the breath, we allow the arms and legs to relax on the floor. All our actions throughout the day, cause jamming of the arms and legs into their sockets. Savasana is the time to let go of them.
When our body is calm and relaxed, our intelligence is activated, and our mind surrenders to this intelligence. At this stage, the mind is amenable to vibrations of a higher energy, and is prepared to ignite the path of devotion (‘bhakti marg’), in pursuit of our spiritual journey.