How does one deliver the right nod, bow, Namaste, or abbreviated prostration at the conclusion of a yoga class, talk, or more formal teaching? I learned what I needed to know here and here and here. You can also just watch others. Best bet in a pinch is to hold hands in prayer position at the heart chakra, palms not touching, lower head, hold, slowly come up and smile.

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