After eight breaths in Halasana, bend your knees to place them next to your ears (or as close as you can) for Karnapidasana, ear pressure pose. Squeeze your ears with your knees and try to get your shins to also press into the mat. Pull your abdominals in and lift your pelvic floor as you flex your spine with your weight in your arms, shoulders and back of your head (not your neck). Extend your arms so that your palms are flat on your mat about shoulder distance, or keep them interlaced as the previous posture or keep your hands on your lower back for more support. Breathe for eight breaths blocking out distractions. This pose stretches your back muscles, helps with ear imbalances and with stress and anxiety.