Mudra – Yogic Hand Gestures – Hasta Mudra
Yogic Hand Gestures (Mudras) Mudras are hand gestures also known as Hasta Mudra. In India Hrishi and Munis (Saint and Sages) have done great contribution in sharing amazing ancient philosophies Yoga, Samkhya, Veda & Upanishads and more, that helps humanity till date and supports the human wholistic health. Humans can stay healthy physically and mentally by practicing various yogic techniques and progress spiritually. Asanas, pranayama, Mudra, Bandha, Meditation and reading yogic scriptures. Mudra practices are a scientific way to attain and maintain physical health and mental peace throughout one’s life time. There are many mudras and can be used according to one’s needs. We use mudras while praying to God and Goddesses, rituals, Mantra and Tantra practices, Music, Dance and Yoga practices. Mudras can be used as preventive as well as to get rid of various diseases or ailments and attain physical and mental strength. A common man can live a healthy lifestyle keeping away the diseases by using mudras properly. Note: Dhyana Mudra Method: Sit in any meditative pose Sukhasana, Padmasana, Siddhasana, Swastikasana or Vairasana Keep each palm on the respective knee. Thumb is touched at the tip of the first finger, slightly pressed. Other three fingers are kept together and straight. Benefits:
Pranayama – Anulom Vilom – Alternate Nostril Breathing
Anulom-Vilom – Alternate nostril breathing Anulom – Vilom Pranayama or Alternate Nostril Breathing Exercise or Nadi – Shodhana Pranayama. This is not just a breathing exercise, but it is a noteworthy yogic technique that involves controlling of subtle ‘Pranic energies’ (or vital force or bio-energies) of our body flowing through specific channels. The ‘ida’ and ‘pingala’ nadis or channels (nadis or channels cannot be anatomically indicated.) The controlling of the Prana through regular practice of Anulom Vilom pranayama helps to balance the energies flowing through the Ida and Pingala nadis. This, in turn, stimulates the central channel called Sushumna Nadi. This helps in elimination of free radicals and toxins from the Ida and Pingala nadi and helps to restore a balance between the two hemispheres of the brain. This helps to purify the entire nervous system. Healing and bringing about mental calm, peace, and tranquillity. This ancient practice helps in the strengthening of the mind and complete relaxation. Helpful in preparing the whole body for meditation. Engaging in this yoga exercise is simple and easy as a result more and more people are opting for it. Can be easily done anytime and anywhere even from the comfort of your own home or office chair. Note: It can be done in the morning or in the evening. Ensure that you practice anulom vilom pranayama 2-3 hours after having your food. Cardiac or Blood pressure patients should not hold their breath while doing this pranayama just keep inhaling and exhaling. Click here for practice instructions and benefits
