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Hasta Mudra

Mudra

Mudra is a Sanskrit word for gesture, symbol, or expression. A Mudra in yoga is usually made by the positioning of our fingers and thumb. This creates certain neuronal connections, to impact the flow of subtle energies and balance out the elements within us. Mudras are easy to perform anytime, although sitting in the lotus position and focusing on the healing can be an advantage. Although mudras can be used for healing certain ailments, regular practise of mudras will contribute to your overall good health and can be used as a preventive measure. Continuous practice of the mudras will create minute changes in your body using pulse centres on parts of your hands, which trigger certain healing processes within the corresponding body part.

Hasta Mudra (hand gestures/hand yoga) Hasta Mudra is meant to ensure that health “remains in our hands”. A hasta mudra is

a hand gesture used in yoga and Indian religions that can be symbolic, ritualistic and/or therapeutic. The term comes from the Sanskrit word Hasta means hand and Mudra means "seal", "mark", or "gesture”. The physical body is made up of five elements namely, Air, Water, Fire, Earth and Sky. A mudra is a gesture or positioning of the hands intended to direct energy flow and to connect parts of the body to the brain as life force energy flows through the body. Certain yoga mudras are believed to instigate particular energy flows and stimulate different emotions, spiritual reactions and reactions in the body. By pressing together, curling, touching or pointing different fingers or parts of the hands in different ways, you can stimulate reflexes from the hand to the brain. Minute pressure on the pulse centers of different parts of our hands, triggers multiple healing processes within the body part associated with it. The Hasta Mudra channelizes Pranic Energy in our body just like the waves of the ocean generates tidal energy or like a short circuit that is used to boost electrical impulses. Nadis and chakras radiate Pranic energy. Mudras help the practitioner to redirect energy within themselves and also create barriers to prevent the escape of Prana. Hasta Mudras stimulate the brain stem and influence unconscious reflexes to tap the potential of our mind, body, and prana. Hasta mudras can be practiced seated, prone, standing or even walking, as long as the posture is symmetrical and the body is relaxed. These mudras are often used to focus the mind in meditation and to control the flow of energy during asana practice. There are many types of mudras, each thought to have a specific effect on the body and mind by clearing the psychic centers and energy channels. Although the hand mudras are the most common in yoga, there are also head, postural, lock and perineal mudras.

Mudra Therapy

Believe it or not, your health is in your hands! Our hands are particularly blessed with virtues of wellness. The four fingers and the thumb represent the fivfff major building blocks or the ‘Panchamahabhootas’ of which the entire universe is made viz. Sky (Ether), Air, Fire, Water and Earth. According to natural sciences, disease is nothing but a limitation that emerges in the continuity and balance of these five elements. The human hand contains about 100,000 nerves and each fingertip has about 3,000 nerve receptors, just under the surface of the skin. In the brain the hand takes up a very large proportion of the brain's cortex, and each area of the hand is linked to a different part of the brain. When we apply pressure to the fingers and hands, we stimulate related brain areas. So we use hasta mudras to activate pressure points, give messages to the body-mind energy system and change brain patterns.

The 5 fingers represant 5 elements (tatvas)

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Thumb- Fire (Agni) Index Finger- Air(Vayu) Middle Finger- Ether/Sky (Akasha) Ring Finger: Earth (Prithvi) Small Finger- Water (Jala)

The physical body (and the universe) consists of 5 elements- Fire, Air, Sky, Earth, and Water. A Mudra connects the brain to the body and as a consequence, life force energy or prana begins to flow through. The four fingers and the single thumb represent these building blocks of the universe known as the “Panchamahabhutas.” Reflexes can be stimulated by actions like pressing the hand, curling, touching and pointing different fingers. According to the philosophy of Hasta Mudra, diseases are blockages or

limitations in the balance of the 5 elements. The four fingers and the thumb correspond to each of these elements: Fire element is the important one and when fire element goes weak, various ailments come to the body and death sets in when the fire element dies. ing the fire element (thumb) with other elements (other fingers) vitalises the other elements also. The body is made up of 5 elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space. When these 5 elements are not in balance we get various physical and psychological ailments. The energy from the body radiates out mainly through the tip of the nose, lips, finger tips and toes. When the thumb gets in with the other fingers, energy is directed back to vitalize various parts of our body. This is called as circuit by. Mudras and Bandas go hand in hand. Banda help in locking the energy whereas mudras help in redirecting the energy. In our puranas, we see our Gods and Goddesses expressing in different Mudra. Mudras are the expression of our inner feeling. In the Tantra shastra Mudra is defined as the one which gives happiness. Mudras are part of Yoga and it is also called as Yoga Mudra. Mudras done using hands are called Hasta Mudra (Hand Gesture)

Types of Mudras

Gyan Mudra, Akasha Mudra, Pritvi Mudra, Varuna Mudra, Vyana Mudra, Apana Mudra, Prana Mudra, Yoni Mudra, Vayu Mudra, Surya Mudra, Jalodara Nashaka Mudra, Linga Mudra, Shanka Mudra, Sahaja Sanka Mudra, Sunya Mudra, Apan Vayu Mudra, Anjali Mudra, Aditi Mudra, Ashirvada Mudra

How to practice hand mudras and precautions You know different types of mudras already but have you ever asked what exactly mudra does to your body? Does it really help? What are the general practices you should when doing hand mudras and what are the precautions you need to make note of? Here are some of the things that you should definitely if you are to start doing hand mudras.

General guidelines

Each finger actually has their own function and meaning: in Chinese interpretation the meaning of each finger are as follows: the thumb represents the planet Saturn and is responsible for the spleen, stomach, and mouth, the index finger corresponds to the liver, gall bladder, and eyes, the middle finger is responsible for the heart, the small intestine, and the tongue, the ring finger is responsible for lungs, large intestine, and the nose while the little finger corresponds to the ears, kidneys and bladders. Once you have chosen the mudra you want to try out, you have to hold it out firmly with both hands, but not too tight that you might drain the blood off of your fingers. Then, aim to keep your hands in that position all throughout your whole meditation session. In order for the mudra to be fully effective, you have to have the right body position and mind condition. You do not have to stick with the same mudra again and again; you can try different mudras for your meditation sessions. Match the mudras you practice to your needs. Be mindful of distracting thoughts and try to let them go. Sit somewhere you are comfortable on and try to be relaxed as much as possible.

If you want to do them while walking, try keeping a rhythmic phase. If not, then you should sit, pull your chin in a bit and let your neck relax. Breathe evenly, slow, flowing and gentle.

Benefits of hand mudra There are a lot of benefits that you can get from practicing hand mudras daily, some of them are: to help concentrate especially when you are meditating, for students to have better grades and improve their intelligence, alleviates a headache, hypertension, insomnia and reduces anger. It can even reduce watering of the eyes and hardness in hearing. It also helps the bones become stronger and strengthens the gums. It is also beneficial to people with heart diseases. It helps in the digesting process and helps in preventing the lack of vitamins. It gives energy to the body. It even reduces stress and helps in maintaining good health especially those who have liver problems. It is useful to fight off skin diseases, acne, and other blood defects. It also helps in colds, asthma, and other respiratory diseases.

Precautions

There are few precautions that should be taken note of in doing hand mudras. You should have a healthy diet, including eating a lot of fruit and vegetables and you must take note of the hand mudras that you can only do in a certain position like sitting or standing. As much as mudras as good for the body, there are certain things you still have to keep in mind in doing them. Precautions are like warning signs to help you save your body from being hurt. Now that you know them, you can enjoy hand mudras and get the benefits you want from them. Have fun practicing your newly found ideas!

Gyan Mudra

Gyan Mudra is one of the most commonly and widely practiced mudras. Gyan mudra corresponds to the word wisdom which is “Gyan” in Sanskrit. It is popularly used in yogic poses such as Pranayama and is believed to help attain spiritual enlightenment. This is the Mudra of wisdom and knowledge. The individual consciousness (microcosm or Atman) is represented by the first finger, while the thumb symbolizes higher consciousness (macrocosm/Brahman). The ultimate goal of a practitioner, the union of the self with the cosmic supreme being, is embodied in this mudra.

How to Perform Gyan Mudra      

Touch the tip of the thumb to the index or first finger only The other three fingers should be straight There are two ways to perform this Mudra- active and ive In the ive version, the tips of the thumb and index finger touch together In the active variation, the index finger is folded under the thumb such that the fingernail is on the second t of the thumb Place each hand on the knees with palms of both hands facing either upwards (Chin Mudra) or downwards (Gyan Mudra)

Benefits of Gyan Mudra

It helps in meditation, improves concentration Lowers negativity of the mind Enhances memory Relieves us from headache, hypertension, insomnia, and anger Diminishes stress and anxiety Prevents insomnia Treats mental disorders like depression Develops telepathic and clairvoyant abilities and Extrasensory Perception (ESP) For better results, it is advisable to do the Prana Mudra after doing the Gyan Mudra.        

Duration of Gyan Mudra 

You can practice Gyan Mudra daily for 30 minutes. The preferred time is early morning, where an accompanied chanting of “OM” can do wonders

Prithvi Mudra

In our body, muscles, bones, hair, vains, skin cartilage, nails, tendons, internal organs, etc. are made of Earth element. Sabda (sound), Rupa (form), Rasa (Taste), Ganda (smell), Sparsha (touch) are from the earth element. This mudra harmonises all the jnanedriyas (organs of knowledge). This mudra helps in proper bood circulation. Practice of Prithvi mudra builds and invigorates these tissues and strengthens the bones. It produces stability, confidence and strength. It is preferable that you perform this mudra in the morning. However you may even do it at any time of the day and for any duration. Sit in a pasana keeping the palms of both your hands on your knees with straight elbows. Perform this asana when you feel stressed out and exhausted. Pasana accompanied by this mudra will immediately perk you up. This is also amazing mudra yoga for glowing skin.

How to Perform Prithvi Mudra  

The tips of the thumb and the ring finger touch each other The other fingers remain straight

Benefits of Prithvi Mudra           

Balances the different elements inside of the body Strengthens the body and alleviates fatigue Opens the mind Fosters self-confidence and belief in the self Helps those who are seeking spirituality Reduces body pain, makes the body strong & healthy Increases the vitamin intake in the body thereby develops a luster & glow in the face Improves digestion power, reduces weakness of the body, balances leanness, obesity, & other disorders Increases the spiritual insight of the mind and produces detachment slowly from the worldly duties Develops the good qualities like love, tolerance, patience, comion, & kindness in a person Removes cold and catarrh

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Body weight becomes proportional to height Mind becomes clam and peaceful. Removes the letharginess Excreation becomes normal

Duration of Prithvi Mudra This, if done 30-45 minutes every day (together or in 3 parts during the day).

Varuna Mudra

This balances the water element in the body. It also prevents diseases due to lack of water. This is the best yogic mudra for your outer beauty. It has a positive effect on your skin and keeps it away off all problems. It has no specific time duration and can be practiced as per your convenience. But those with asthma or respiratory disease should do this mudra only for a short while.

How to Perform Varun Mudra  

The tip of the little finger should touch the tip of the thumb The other three fingers should be stretched out straight

Take care not to press the tip of the little finger near the nail. That will cause dehydration instead of balancing the water level in your body.

Benefits of Varun Mudra             

Retains good viscosity of blood by balancing water content in the body It activates fluid circulation within the body keeping it moisturized always Prevents gastroenteritis related stomach pain Stops muscle shrinkage Removes impurities from the blood Restores moisture to the skin and prevents dryness Prevents painful cramps Good for combating diarrhea, constipation or indigestion Varun Mudra also relieves and prevents any muscle pains that you may suffer from Revives one and lowers fatigue Skin diseases and acne are cured It reduces dryness of the skin and improves skin lustre and softness It is useful in skin diseases, acne and blood defects. It improves facial beauty

Duration of Varun Mudra

Preferably during the early morning hours, Varun Mudra can be practiced for 20 to 30 minutes.

Varun Mudra Precautions

Persons suffering from high Kapha, Pitta, Asthma and respiratory problems should do this Mudra for a short duration only.

Vayu Mudra

This mudra can be practiced in a standing, sitting or lying down posture. It’s easy to do. Also known as Vayu shaamak mudra, Vayu mudra helps in regulating the air element in the body. You can extract amazing health benefits with the balance of air element in your body. Through the practice of this Mudra, air-related diseases like Sciatica and Gout are eliminated.

How to Perform Vayu Mudra   

Touch the tip of the index or first finger to the base of the thumb Press the folded thumb gently on the bent index finger Keep the other three fingers straight but not tight

Benefits of Vayu Mudra     

Sciatica, lumbago, gastric pain, paralysis, stomach pain Entire body pain, Arthritis, Rheumatism, Gout, knee & t pains, pain in the spine Neck pain can be reduced, cholera, parkinson’s disease Reduces gastritis, gas problem, flatulence, indigestion It cures the impurities of the blood & controls the heart diseases

Duration of Vayu Mudra

You can practice this mudra for 10 to 12 minutes every day for getting relief from body pain. If your disease is chronic, you may increase the duration but it is safer to consult a yoga expert.

Vayu Mudra Precautions

Do not practice Vayu Mudra more than required and discontinue it once you get relief from pain or related health issue or when you see that your chronic disease symptoms have disappeared. Once you achieve the benefits from this mudra, stop doing it. After a certain time, it may cause imbalance within your system.

Shoonya Mudra

How to Perform Shoonya Mudra   

Tip of the middle finger is placed at the base of the thumb The thumb comes over the finger, exerting slight pressure The other three fingers are kept straight

Benefits of Shoonya Mudra    

Regular practice of this Mudra helps in reducing ear pain and watering of the ears If this Mudra is done for 1 hour daily it can benefit in hardness of hearing Strengthens bones and gums and is beneficial in heart disease It strengthens gums and is helpful in throat problems and thyroid disease

Shoonya Mudra Precautions   

This hand posture should never be done while eating or walking Avoid this mudra while walking & eating After you are cured of these diseases, stop practicing this mudra

Surya Mudra

The fire element is associated with body-temperature and metabolism. Practice of Surya mudra helps to maintain the body-temperature and keeps the metabolism going. It is a very powerful mudra with significant healing capacity. It increases the fire element in the body and reduces the earth element. It is advised that this mudra should be practiced only in a sitting position and on an empty stomach every day

How to Perform Surya Mudra       

Touch the tip of the ring finger to the base of the thumb Now exert pressure on the finger with the thumb You can sit in Sukhasana or Pasana for this Ensure your palms are laying on your knees and are facing the sky You may also do this mudra while standing or even walking. But for best results, sit comfortably with your back straight and do it Do not hold this posture for long in hot weather Weak people with low immunity should not perform this hand posture

Benefits of Surya Mudra               

Removes various imbalances Reduces weight and prevents obesity Helps improve appetite, increases body height and helps in digestion Reduces hypertension Lessens bad cholesterol Builds strength Cures diabetes Treats liver defects Reduces anxiety Regulates the thyroid gland Helps improve vision The increase in fire element helps take care of cold hands and feet It is useful to overcome the Kapha Dosha in body by increasing the pita element. Relieves depression Energizes your inner-self and motivates you out of lethargy

Duration of Surya Mudra 

You can practice Surya Mudra every day for 30 minutes. The best time is early morning

Surya Mudra Precautions  

Weak persons should not perform this hand posture and DO NOT do this hand posture for a long time in hot weather But if you are suffering from acidity or indigestion, avoid this mudra

Prana Mudra

What is Prana Mudra

This is one of the most beneficial yoga mudras as it has innumerable benefits for health and wellness. As the name suggests, Prana Mudra is the source of vital life force and energy. This yoga mudra increases the earth element and the water element in the body. It reduces the fire element in the body. Thus, Prana Mudra is a Kapha Karak and pitta Nashak Mudra. Prana mudra can be used whenever you feel drained or tired, and need an extra boost of energy. This mudra cleanses our aura due to its innate ability to control the subtle energies of our aura. It is considered beneficial or all types of diseases and is also said to impart special power to the eyes. Prana mudra is said to help activate the dormant energy in the body (chi or qui).

How to Perform Pran Mudra 

the tips of little finger & ring finger with the thumb and apply gentle pressure, while keeping the other fingers straight and stretched

Benefits of Prana Mudra      

Develops mind concentration power & improves eye sight Improves immunity of the body raises the body's resistance to disease, reduces the deficiency of vitamins, and removes tiredness For curing insomnia it can be performed along with gyan mudra in the right hand first & exchange the mudra’s by hands from right to left to achieve full result It can control hunger & thirst in a diabetic patient, and helps them to stay longer in the process of fasting Helps fast recovery from any long illness, during post pregnancy, recovers post paralysis patients fast to attain normalcy Purifies blood & blood circulatory system, strengthens the bronchial tube

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Fatigue Stress and mental tension High blood pressure Acidity and ulcers Rheumatoid Arthritis t pain Inflammatory disorders Various other health issues or disorders that may occur due to deficiency of water and earth elements

Duration of Prana Mudra

You can practice Prana Mudra every day for 30 to 45 minutes. Morning time is considered best for this mudra. In the beginning, if you are not able to do it continuously for 30 to 45 minutes, you may do it for 10 to 12 minutes, 3 times a day or 15 minutes 2 times a day. Then, gradually you can increase the time of practice.

Prana Mudra Precautions

If Kapha is in excess in your body then you should practice this mudra in moderation.

Ling Mudra

This Mud ra can be practiced for 20-30 minutes daily. This Mudra increases bodily heat as it reinforces fire element. Raise your intake of milk, water, fruit and fruit juices as well as clarified butter if performing this Hasta Mudra regularly.

How to Perform Ling Mudra       

Interlock the fingers of both the hands together. Keep the left thumb up encircled by the right thumb and index finger The left thumb should be vertically straight and right thumb should be around it Put a little pressure on the left thumb. Practice during early morning hours or cool nights. Practice minimum 16 to maximum 48 minutes. This Mudra can be done by reversing the hand too.

Benefits of Ling Mudra             

Increases heat in the body and can cause sweating even in winter if done for a long time Cures cold, cough, asthma, coryza, sinus, paralysis and low blood pressure Dries Phlegm and strengthens lungs Improves digestion and relieves bronchial infections Invigorates the body Improves immunity, burns body fat Hypothermia – Shivering and chills due to cold weather can be controlled. Ailments caused by over production of mucus such as wet coughs, colds, sinusitis etc. can be cured. Asthma, bronchitis, T.B, pleurisy is cured. Discomfort experienced in the air conditioned room is relieved by this Mudra. Increased digestive powers and also melts excess fat in the body. Give better results when performed together with Surya Mudra- both 15 minutes each, one after the other. Difficulty in breathing can be relieved by this Mudra. Congested Nose can be relieved by this Mudra immediately and can get good sleep.

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Regulates the flow of the menstrual cycle. Give better results when performed together with Surya Mudra- both 15 minutes each, one after the other. When Navel centre is shifted from its original place, comes back to its place by this Mudra. Special Note: This Mudra increases heat in the body so this Mudra is to be performed only for 15 minutes or less. But when there is congestion and cold continue this Mudra for 30 minutes twice a day followed by Prana Mudra for 10 minutes. Since this Mudra generated heat one must consume lots of fluids like water, milk etc. Any once suffering from acidity, fever and stomach ulcers should not perform this Mudra. This Mudra is to be performed only till the problem persists and then it should be discontinued.

Ling Mudra Precautions   

When doing this Mudra please increase intake of water, fruit, fruit juices, clarified butter (Ghee) and milk. Persons with abdomen tumor kindly avoid this practice. Persons who have high blood pressure kindly avoid.

Effect of Ling Mudra

The fire in the thumb is activated and is able to increase uninhibited

Apan Mudra

Apana Mudra – detoxify your body

Apana governs the pelvis and abdomen and controls the eliminative functions of the body. The body eliminates the toxins through various methods. The release of carbon dioxide from lungs, cough and mucous from organs of respiration, perspiration from skin, excretion through intestine, urination through kidneys and menstruation through hormonal cycle in females. Apana mudra helps by accelerating elimination. Do it with both hands. The best time to do Apana Mudra is early morning immediately after you wake up. Practice it for 15 minute either sitting or on toilet seat. It helps in easy excretion, clears frontal sinus and removes phlegm from lungs. The mudra gives us patience, serenity, confidence, inner balance, and harmony. Regular practice will make your skin radiant, pigmentation will get diminished and eyes will shine like a gem.

How to Perform Apan Mudra 

The tips of middle finger and ring finger touch the tip of thumb while the other two fingers are stretched out.

Benefits of Apan Mudra            

Toxins are removed from the body and the body becomes pure. It improves digestion relieves constipation, piles, diseases caused by vayu or air. It is beneficial in stomach and heart diseases and brings out perspiration. Strengthens the abdominal region strongly controls gastritis and Diabetes. Removes kidney stones, strengthens the kidneys and removes blockages in the urinary tract. Tooth ache & dental pain are removed. Cures insomnia & controls high blood pressure. In the course of pregnancy, if a woman practices this up to delivery time, the delivery will become easy & normal. Excessive heat in the body can be removed as a result of sweating. Improves eye sight and hearing. Prana Mudra must be done following Apana Mudra. Cures vomiting.

Duration of Apan Mudra 

Upto 40 minutes both morning & evening. Excess sweating as well as excess urination may happen.

Apan Mudra Precautions 

People suffering from diarrhea, dysentery or cholera should never attempt this mudra. Old people with weak stomach and liver should do it for maximum of 10 minutes.

Apan Vayu Mudra

Diverts the flow of prana from the hands to the heart center, Strengthens and improving the vitality of the physical heart.

How to Perform Apan Vayu Mudra     

The middle and ring fingers are ed to the thumb. The index is placed at the base of the thumb. The little finger is kept straight. This Mudra is a combination of Vayu Mudra and Apan Mudra It gives the benefit of Apan Mudra and Vayu Mudra as explained earlier.

Benefits of Apan Vayu Mudra 

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Cure for Heart blockages & heart related problems are very fast and recovers heart patients miraculously even without surgeries or major operations and further protects the heart for ever if performed regularly. One can perform this mudra even at the time of heart attack, and can save one’s life from surgery & medication. Cures angina, hiccup, and eye lid problems. Releases gas accumulated in the stomach, relieves pressure & migraine, aids in asthma, headache and high blood pressure. Balances nervous system, blood circulatory system, excretory system, and neutralizes the negative pressure and brings a relief in the system. i.e., neutralizes vata, pitta, & kapha. Removes rheumatic pain & t pains instantly. If it is performed 5 to 7 minutes before climbing stairs, it aids in easy climbing.

Duration of Apan Vayu Mudra 

Perform this mudra twice in a day at least 16 minutes per time.

Yoni Mudra

How to Perform Yoni Mudra    

Lock all fingers of both hands together except index fingers and thumb. Press the index fingers together. Press the thumbs together. Hold at the level of the abdomen and point the fingers downwards and the thumbs in towards you.

Benefits of Yoni Mudra 

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This mudra is of benefit particularly for women. When done during the monthly period, pain anddiscomfort is reduced significantly. Removes the problems associated with the menopause. This improves overall women’s health. Heals sensory organs.

Garuda Mudra

Garuda, the emperor of birds plus of the air, is the opponent of the snakes. It is the influential plus mighty bird on which Vishnu travels. Birds usually have pointed eyes, a separate sense of orientation, plus well-built survival instinct. Big birds have such a huge wing span plus so much strength in their wings by which they can let themselves be accepted by the wind. Garuda the spiritual bird is the transporter of lord Vishnu. Garuda mudra is a dominant mudra to put in to your every day yoga plus meditation practice. This yoga mudra is helpful in balancing the vata energy in the body. Vata symbolize the storm in the body, therefore garuda mudra run the wind in the body. Owing to unfair wind, body experiences a lot.

How to Perform Garuda Mudra         

Hold onto your thumbs Place right hand on the apex of left hand Currently put your hands on your lesser abdomen At the moment take deep breaths plus be in this position for 10 breaths Then get your hands up to your navel Continue in this position for one more 10 breaths Currently put your hands on the ditch of your stomach plus again in this place for concerning 10 breaths In finish, put your left hand on your sternum, revolve your hands in the way of your shoulders, plus broaden your fingers This mudra is utilized to cleanse offerings plus beings, moreover to defend alongside obstacle for example those form sickness plus spirits. One case is its use previous to Kusali Tsog

Benefits of Garuda Mudra 

It makes lively the blood flow along with the circulation. It moreover assists to ease exhaustion. One must perform these 3 times a day for 4 minutes

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This yoga hand mudra refreshes the organs, plus poise energy on equal sides of the body. Whether in the pelvic otherwise chest area, it invigorates as well as excites This Mudra is extremely influential mudra.This mudra trigger blood flow moreover circulation It calm down as well as alleviate pain associated to menstrual objection, stomach disturb, plus respiratory complexity It moreover helps people contract by exhaustion plus mood fluctuations It balances the energy on together sides of the body. Whether in the pelvic otherwise chest area, it invigorates plus motivate

Garuda Mudra Precautions   

Do as needed otherwise three times a day for 4 minutes People by means of high blood pressure must do garuda mudra in moderation Utilize garuda mudra when you feel expressively weak otherwise fixed in your life

Chin Mudra

(Mudra for Consciousness)

This is one of the most common mudras used in meditation. It is exactly like the Gyan Mudra except that the palms are facing upwards. Chin Mudra clears the mind and calms the senses.

How to Perform Chin Mudra    

Touch the tip of your index finger to the thumb The other three fingers can be kept straight or relaxed. They can even be bent The index finger and the thumb only need to touch each other without exerting any pressure Hands should then be placed on the thighs, facing upwards

Benefits Chin Mudra       

Increases energy in the body Lowers back pain Redirects “Prana” or energy flow Enhances memory and stimulates the Mooladhara Chakra Better retention, improvement in concentration Improves sleeping patterns It can be used to cure insomnia, high blood pressure, and depression

Vishnu Mudra

This is a common hand gesture used to alternate breathing through the nostrils. It is used for Nadi Shodhana pranayama. (also called Anuloma Viloma or Alternate Nostril Breathing).

How to Perform Vishnu Mudra  

Index and middle finger are turned down towards the palm The thumb is used for closing the right nostril and the last two fingers are used for closing off the left nostril (this is for people who are right handed. For left handed persons it would be the opposite). Less movement is needed to close each side during Pranayama

Benefits of Vishnu Mudra  

Clears and balances the mind Removes toxins from the body

Anjali Mudra

This hand posture is commonly used during the opening and closing practice of yoga and other postures as well. Anjali, in Sanskrit means, “to offer” or “to salute”, and the term mudra means “seal”.

How to Perform Anjali Mudra   

Position the hands in prayer Instead of pressing hands together, however, a small bud needs to be formed by fingers This small space symbolizes greater understanding and opening of hearts

Benefits of Anjali Mudra   

Connects the left hemisphere of the brain with the right Connects the practitioner with spiritual knowledge Promotes respect for self and others

Pa mudra

How to Perform Pa Mudra 

Begin in Anjali mudra. Keep the tips of the little fingers and thumbs together, as well as the base of the palms. The ring, middle and index fingers are wide apart to form the shape of the lotus opening its petals. Sense the light energy riward from within the lotus.

Benefits of Pa Mudra   

Calms the body and mind. Helps with digestive function and hemorrhoids. Helps to dispel depression.

Akash Mudra

This mudra is also famously known as the Aakash-vardhak mudra. The Aakash mudra increases the Aakash element (space) within the body.

How to Perform Akash Mudra 

Ensure that the tip of the middle finger touches the top of the thumb and the remaining fingers are kept at ease, but straight.

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Develops telepathy Detoxifies the body Activates the throat chakra Purifies thoughts and emotions Benefits the heart

Ganesh Mudra

(Mudra to remove all obstacles)

How to Perform Ganesh Mudra 

Clasp the hands in front of your chest and apply pressure as you pull on both hands outwards.

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Beneficial for the heart, depression, lack of confidence Opens the bronchial tubes, Improves blood circulation Helps in opening up the heart chakra Opens to love, comion, courage

Kali Mudra

Kali represents purification and transformation.

How to Perform Kali Mudra  

Interlink the fingers and thumb together in front of the chest Extend the index fingers and press the pads of the palm generally against each other in an upward direction

Benefits of Kali Mudra 

Improves digestion

Jalodara Nashaka Mudra

Jal means water. Udar means stomach and Nashal means to end. The little finger signifies water element. Jalodar Nashak Mudra controls the excess of water element in the stomach.

How to Perform Jalodar Nashak Mudra 

The tip of the little finger is placed at the base of the thumb and the thumb is placed on the back of the little finger gently.

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Jalodar is a Sanskrit term for the disease- Dropsy. This disease is caused due to excess water content in the stomach. This Mudra is named after the curing of the disease. This Mudra can cure Elephantitis. Swelling in any part of the body like face, hands and legs can be cured with this Mudra. This Mudra cures excessive salivation, watery eyes, running nose, hyperacidity, diarrhea (Loose Motion) Pleurisy, effusion in a t is cured. Excessive means is balanced. Excessive urination is sured.

Effects of Jalodar Nashak Mudra

Jalodar Nashak Mudra reduces the excess water element in the body, suitably affecting the water metabolism thus overcoming water logging in the body.

Kidney Mudra

This Mudra cures Kidney disorders. This has the same qualities like Jalodra Nashaka Mudra.

How to Perform Kidney Mudra 

The little finger and the ring finger tips are to be placed at the base of the thumb and thumb should be placed over two fingers

Benefits of Kidney Mudra      

The problem of running nose is cured. Throat pain is pacified immediately. Problem of phlegm in the throat and the lungs is cured. Helps in curing kidney related problems. Helps in curing Dropsy. Discontinue this Mudra once the ailment is cured.

Effects of Kidney Mudra 

Water content is reduced and heat is increased.

Merudanda Mudra

Merudanda means Spinal Column. This Mudra removes the strain in the back. This Mudra is formed differently by each hand.

How to Perform Merudanda Mudra 

Right Hand: Thumb Finger, middle finger and little finger tips touch together. Index finger and ring finger stay extended. Lanced

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Left Hand: Place the thumb t on the nail of the index finger (Not the tip of the thumb)

Benefits of Merudanda Mudra    

The Following Strains on the back are relieved by performing the Merdanda Mudra Strain on the back due to gardening or house cleaning, work extended due to extended period of time on computers. Continuous mental strain, fears, heavy meals, little sleep, little exercise and cause of back pain. Slip disc problem will be set right by persistent practice of this Mudra daily for 30 minutes followed by 10 minutes of Prana Mudra.

Effect of Merudanda Mudra

Space and water elements are balanced hence the vertebrae can move flexibly with the help of wind. Placing the index finger tip at the thumb ts helps in adjusting the level of wind.

Shanka Mudra

In Sanskrit Shankha means Conch. This Mudra resembles the shape of a Conch and hence is called the Shankha Mudra.In Ancient times it was believed that blowing the conch could send sound waves far and wide, thereby removing ill effects of the bad elements.This Mudra is used during worship while chanting hyms and Mantras.

How to Perform Shankha Mudra 

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Place the thumb of the left hand at the base of the right thumb this is the point of Thyroid gland in the palm and wrap other fingers of right hand around the left thumb. the tip of right thumb to the tips of left hand index and middle fingers. This Mudra can be performed with reversing hands too.

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Improves the thyroid and pineal glands. Good for the functioning of heart, intestine, kidney. Improves digestion and removes tonsil problem. Feverish feeling in the body. Burning in the Body/ body parts. Allergic disorders especially skin rashes. Voice larynx and throat pharynx problems. Flabbiness Weakness, paralysis of Muscles. This Mudra puts pressure on the point of thyroid gland, thus making it active to remove illness related to thyroid gland, so obesity is regulated. This Mudra purifies 72,000 nerves connected to the navel center, thereby rejuvenating the whole body. This Mudra makes the voice melodious and clean. Removes strain in the voice. Therefore singers, teachers, doctors must perform this Mudra every day for 10 minutes.

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This Mudra relieves allergies, caused by dust and smoke, so throat becomes clean, also pacifies skin rashes. Tonsillitis and other throat infections are cured. Any trouble of stammering, stuttering in speech can be rectified by this Mudra. After a paralytic attack, this Mudra helps in dealing with speech problems and speech becomes clear. Helps in increasing height of children. Kidney problem is cured.

Effects of Shankha Mudra 

The thumb which represents the element fire is covered by the fingers hence fire is subdued. The union of left index finger and the thumb creates balance of wind.

Sahaja Shankha Mudra

This Mudra is a version of Shankha Mudra. Benefits are also the same with a few exceptions.

How to Perform Sahaja Shankha Mudra  

both hands together interlocking the fingers and press the palms together. Apply a gentle pressure with both the thumbs by laying them parallel to each other on the index finger.

Benefit of Sahaja Shankha Mudra 

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According to the yoga shastra this mudra energises 10 nadis and invigorates the whole body. The 10 nadis are; Ida, Pingala, Sushumna, Gandhari, Hastijihva, Poosha, Yashasvini, Alambhushaa, Kohoo and Shankhini. Good for people with piles problem. Voice becomes smooth and soft. Person is able to perceive subtle things. There is growth in alertness. The nerve Shankhini would activate Mooladhara Chakra. The sperpent power Kundalini raises towards higher levels. Removes the problems associated with the reproductive systems. Cures piles and problems related to the anus. Slip disc problem is resolved. Like the Shankha Mudra this Mudra helps in solving problems related to speech, voice, digestive power, stomach and intestine.

Effect of Sahaja Shankha Mudra  

According to Yoga Physiology, all 10 main nerves get activated and the body becomes very strong with this Mudra. The tem main nerves are Shusumna, Ida, Pingala, Gandhari, Hasti Jiva, Poosha, Yashaswini, Alamboosha, Kuhoo and Shankhini.

Surabhi Mudra

How to Perform Surabhi Mudra 

Place the hands in the Anjali Mudra. left hand index finger with the right hand middle finger and vice versa. the left hand little finger with the right hand ring finger and vice versa.

Benefits of Surabhi Mudra 

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When the little finger (jala tatva) s the ring finger (pritvi tatva), pitta dosha is removed. When the middle finger (akasha tatva) s the index finger (vayu tatva) vata dhosha is removed. When 2 thumbs separated (agni tatva), kapha dosha is removed. In this position, if we bring both thumbs to the base of little fingers, body gets cooled very quickly. This is called Jala Surabhi. If we bring in the thumbs to the base of middle fingers – Akasha Surabhi, mind becomes peaceful and light. If we bring in the thumbs to the base of index fingers – Vayu Surabhi, decisiveness increases.

Aditi Mudra

Aditi mudra is associated with ring finger. Ring Finger represents Prithvi element and thumb Agni, when Agni touches the base of the ring finger there is a growth of Prithvi element and also growth of Agni. Therefore there will be weight gain with improvement in Stamina.

How to Perform Aditi Mudra  

Bring the tip of the thumb to the base of the ring finger. Ring finger represents Prithvi (earth) and thumb represents Agni (fire). When thumb touches the base of the ring finger, there is growth of prithvi and also agni element.

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Bringing fire to the base of pritvi, body temperature rises. Digestion power increases. This mudra cures the problem of continuous sneezing in the mornings. Removes poisonous matter in the body. One can gain weight by a regular practice of 50 minutes followed by Prana Mudra. There will be remarkable weight gain.

Bhairava & Bhairavi Mudra

Bhairavi mudra is also known as shiva or Shakti mudra. Bhairav is actually a form of shiva which is formidable and fearsome. It actually demonstrates the power of shiva. This is like the demonstration of why lord shiva is worshiped or why his strength is adored. After all lord shiva is famous because of his immense power of strength. So, this bhairavi mudra brings those strength and power in the forefront.

How to Perform Bhairav & Bhairavi Mudra To begin any exercise you need to sit down in a comfortable position. You can sit in pasana or lotus pose by folding both your legs and sitting on floor. Make sure that you have taken a light mat or carpet before sitting. Many fitness experts have advised not to sit on floor directly as the radiations from the floor can have negative impact on your entire physical system. Keeping your posture straight is another precondition of any yoga form or mudra exercise. You need to relax and relive yourself from the anxiety and stress surrounding you. Close your eyes closed eye makes concentration and meditation much easier. Now, you simply need to bring both your hands out and place your right hand on the top of your left hand. Now, there are two major variations of this exercise.  

Bhairava: the right hand on top, we are invoking the Shiva. Bhairavi: left is on top it is, we are invoking the energy of Shakti.

Benefits Bhairav & Bhairavi Mudra  

Used for meditation as it brings a sense of inner balance The major and scientifically proved benefit of this mudra is that it is known to bring harmony or balance to both the parts or hemisphere of your brains.

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It maintains equilibrium between your left and right portion of your brain. Another major benefit of this mudra form is that it is known to alleviate or minimize the opposing forces to a very great extent. Long practising or doing this bhairavi exercise brings stability and a sort of mediation to your entire body and inner self. People who suffer from regular anxieties and mood swings must do this. Thus, i find this mudra pose very handy at times when i am completely in stress.

Bhramara Mudra

Say Goodbye To Allergies With Bhramara Mudra: Allergies are some external agents which harms your body. That usually happens when your body precisely your immune system does not accept some things and acts adversely against it. Your body becomes easily trapped in some adverse conditions like cold, fever, vomiting and likewise. This condition is most common when our body is weak against external agents or a bacterium which is not in sync with our body. Sometimes, these allergies give a lot of trouble to our body. They can be tolerable whereas in some cases they can be really very serious. These are both short term and long term in nature. What Is the Major Cause of Allergies: Most common cause of allergy is the weak immune system. But other than this one of the main causes of allergy is intestinal flora being infected. But there are numerous reasons of intestinal flora being affected like medicines and antibiotic substances. As a result of this intestinal infection there can be various affects like mucus congestion in sinuses, bronchial tubes and in the intestinal tract and likewise. The most common belief is that humans are allergic to mostly dust, pollen, weather extremes, and other artificial substances and likewise. They actually trigger the allergies; activate them and thus causing adverse or negative effects on our very own internal human system. These people should strictly avoid mucus forming food. People should practise yoga, pranayama, and exercises. Also, sleeping hours must be adequate and drinking should be strictly prohibited. How Can You Identify An Allergy: When an allergy comes in with a human body which is called allergen, his immune or internal body system takes time to show up. This time depends from person to person. Some times it can be too fast and immediate whereas in some people it can take up at least weeks to show up but most commonly it is 3-5 days. As soon as the allergy comes reactive to the body the body becomes sensitive and the antibiotics attack it. Thus, our human body or precisely our immune system starts being over reactive to it. There Can Be Different Types of Allergies Reaction To Body Like: 1. Attack on noses like – runny, blocked or itchy which can take form of a common cold. 2. Slight cough 3. Irritating, red or over watery eyes 4. Rashes, itchy and redness on skin

How to Perform Bhramara Mudra 

You need to place the index finger on the base of your thumb. You need to place the tip of your thumb on the side of your middle fingernail. Extend towards your little and middle fingers gently. You need to do this with both your hands. You need to focus both on your mind and breathe as slowly as possible. You can hold this for a good 7-8 minutes.

Benefits Bhramara Mudra It is mostly observed that people can get resistant of allergies only by long and patient ways. Be it yoga, pranayama and other long mediating exercises are said to be the only solution to get rid of allergies. It is believed that you cannot ever get rid of allergies but at least you can reduce it’s attack on your body. One of such mudra or yoga exercise is – Bhramara mudra is very effective against allergies. By long practising of this bhramara mudra you can get rid of allergies to a very great extent. This is one of a major bhramara mudra benefits.

Ashirvada Mudra When we do the prostrations to the elders, our right and left hands should touch their left and right feet respectively. This way energy from the right side of the giver is ed on to the right side of the receiver and so is from left side to left side of each other. Blessings also to be done using both hands to increase the effectiveness.

Important things to know about the Mudras

1. When the tip of the thumb s the tip of the other fingers, respective tatvas gets balanced in the body. 2. When the tip of the thumb s the base of the other fingers, respective tatvas gets increased in the body. 3. When the tip of the fingers brought to the base of the thumb, respective tatvas gets reduced in the body. 4. Anyone and anytime Hasta mudras can be done. 5. As far as possible, the hands should face upwards while doing the mudras. 6. Doing the mudras on both hands is more beneficial. 7. Mudras can be done for few seconds, 10 minutes, half an hour or 50minutes. If done for 50 minutes. Desired results will come. 8. While doing the mudras, only the tips of the fingers are used. Pressing the fingers not needed. Other fingers should be straight. 9. There is no side effect in this. This can be done while one is on the medication also. 10. If the Prana mudra, Apana mudra, Janan mudra and Pritvi mudra done every day for 515 minutes, one’s health improves significantly. 11. Mudras not only improve the physical health but also improve the mental health by reducing the anger, increasing the peace and releasing one from the addictions. 12. Chikitsa mudra should be stopped after one’s health improves.

Conclusion

Mudras are a subtle but powerful practice. Utilize this ancient wisdom and choose mudras which address your physical concerns and do them regularly for a length of time with concentration and faith and then assess if they are benefiting you. The reason may be the simple techniques or the ease of practice. I must tell you that, mudras are in use for centuries. All the enlightened people and the gurus have taught and are teaching the importance of mudras. It is because of the way they balance the core elements in the body. Just like meditation and yoga took over the world by its beauty and benefits.Soon, mudras will be the next happening thing along with meditation and yoga.