Learning to build control, confidence and alignment in Sirsasana Vitarka bādhane pratipakṣa bhāvanam वितर्कबाधने प्रतिपक्षभावनम् Yoga Sūtra II.33 — Patañjali When disturbed by negative thoughts, cultivate their opposites. How does this apply to your asana practice? When fear arises, what is the point in saying don't be afraid? Instead, work towards building confidence. Take Sirsasana (headstand), for example. Rather than pushing past your fear, work through progressive stages