Enhance Your Life Force by Prana Mudra

There is an ancient science of hand gestures utilizing fingers and thumb which are supposed to direct subtle energies in the body. The Prana Mudra as described in this article is believed to stimulate the root Chakra (Mooladhar Spiritual centre).

The Sanskrit word Mudra means a ‘mark’ or ‘gesture’. Various hand Mudras are used during meditation, pranayama (breathing exercises) or Tantric practices.

It is believed as per the ancient science and art of Yoga that different areas of one’s hand correspond to certain areas of the brain and other limbs. By applying light pressure to these areas of the hand, you can activate energy flow in corresponding body parts.

In addition to this reflex action hand mudras also symbolize different feelings, emotions, and states of one’s mind.

The hand mudras are an ancient part of the Buddhist and Hindu traditions.

Mudras Activate Subtle-Energy Flow …

The vital energy called Prana gives and sustains life. It is known by other names such as ‘Chi’, ‘Qui’, ‘Reiki’ etc. in other cultures and societies.

The Prana Mudra is one of the most important mudras as it helps in activating the sleepingsubtle energy in the body.

How to Perform Prana Mudra? …

Step1: Sit comfortably in an easy pose on the floor or on a chair and breath normally.

Step2: Touch the tips of ring finger and little finger to the tip of your thumb on each hand. The remaining fingers viz. the index and middle fingers should be pointed straight outward as shown in the sketch-A. The sketch-B further clarifies it as viewed from a different angle.

Keep your eyes lightly closed, breath normally and focus your attention on your breath. Visualize the subtle Pranic energy entering your body and circulating freely.

Enjoy sitting in this posture for a couple of minutes or as long as you wish.