The tree pose is a balance pose and basically the way you do it is you take your one foot and bring your heel up your other leg to rest on your inner thigh. I like to have my hands in prayer pose - hands together right in front of the chest. Hold the pose for several deep breaths and then do the other side. Closing my eyes makes me dizzy so I wouldn't recommend it. Its okay if you sway - just feel yourself connected to the ground and keep yourself aligned and tall, yet relaxed.
The reason I like this pose so much is that it feels very peaceful to me. It engages my whole body. It's still and it makes me feel calm and strong.
Try this pose each day this week and see what changes you feel throughout. Do you feel stronger, more balanced...??
