Mudras of India by Cain Caroll & Revital Caroll

Author:Cain Caroll & Revital Caroll [Cain Caroll and Revital Caroll]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780857010674
Publisher: xx
Published: 2013-08-21T04:00:00+00:00

MRITSAMJIVANI MUDRA

English “lifesaving gesture”

Devanagari

Transliteration

Additional Name Apana Vayu

Description Mritsamjivani Mudra is a single-hand gesture (asamyukta hasta) common to the Yoga Tattva Mudra Vijnana form. It is used in the yoga tradition to benefit the heart, and as first aid for acute heart problems.

Technique Place the index finger against the base of the thumb. Lightly join the tips of the middle and ring fingers with the tip of the thumb. Extend the little finger.

Application In a comfortable seated position, form the mudra with each hand and rest the hands lightly on the thighs. Adjust your breathing to become slow and silent. Feel the chest and abdomen become soft and spacious. Hold for 5 to 45 minutes.

Benefits Strengthens the heart and pericardium, regulates blood pressure, improves circulation and the health of arteries and veins, awakens the spirit of self-care and self-reflection, serves as a reminder to slow down and nurture body, mind, and spirit.

NOTE To aid recovery of chronic heart disease, and generally to increase the self-healing effects of this mudra, practice 2 to 3 sessions per day for a period of 100 days. In case of acute heart trouble, Mritsamjivani Mudra may be used as temporary support while awaiting help from an authorized medical professional.

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