Mudra: the Yoga of the hands that helps us to regain energy and well-being

Mudras are hand gestures that are part of Yoga practice. During meditation but also at other times of the day mudras can help us regain energy and well-being.

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I mudra are hand gestures which are part of the practice of Yoga. During the meditation but also at other times of the day mudras can help us regain energy and well-being.





Focusing on the positions of the hands and fingers to hold for a few minutes helps the mind to calm down. When we are restless, practicing mudras can help us recover our calm. The practice of mudras can represent a moment of pause and relaxation in our busy life.

Mudras are used for physical, energetic and spiritual benefits. The word mudra comes from the Sanskrit and means seal. There are not only mudras practiced with the fingers of the hands. In fact, in Yoga some asanas performed with the whole body are actually real mudras.

In any case, mudras as hand gestures are not yet widely known and practiced in the West. Therefore this topic deserves to be explored. In the ancient text Hatha Yoga Pradipika we find the fundamental mudras that are considered so powerful as to help us to destroy old age and death. Trai essi troviamo Mahamudra, Mahabandha e Mahavedhamudra.

Mudras are practiced very simply. You sit comfortably, preferably cross-legged and with the spine well erect and movements are performed with the hands and fingers until we get the position we want to reach and maintain.

At this point we can Close eyes e breathe calmly for a few minutes trying to keep the position still. In any case, mudras, like hand gestures, can be performed in any place, even lying down, standing or walking.

Which ones are they the benefits of mudras? Mudras help us to recharge our energy reserves, improve the quality of life, deal with emotional disorders and regain inner balance. You can find more information on mudras, their execution and their benefits (a very large subject to be treated) in the book by Gertrud Hischri "Mudra, the Yoga of the hands".



Index

Anjali Mudra

Anjali mudra is a greeting gesture, reverence and celebration. It is also known as the greeting mudra. It is often accompanied by the word "Namaskar" or "Namastè". To practice it, you sit comfortably cross-legged, or remain standing. Hands are pressed firmly in front of the chest, bringing the palms and fingers together. This mudra has a calming effect and helps us to regain the connection with ourselves and with the universe.

Mudra: the Yoga of the hands that helps us to regain energy and well-being

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Mudra del loto

The lotus mudra is a symbol of purity. It helps us to open our hearts to others and to the world. In this mudra the palms of the hands come together. The tips of the thumbs and little fingers make contact, while the other fingers remain open and extended. It is a suitable mudra to practice when you feel tired and exhausted, alone and misunderstood.

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Dhayani Mudra

Dhyani mudra un gesture of meditation and contemplation. Usually this mudra is practiced during meditation to promote calm and energy recovery. The hands are placed in the lap. The back of the left hand overlaps the palm of the right hand. The tips of the thumbs touch. The hands form a sort of cup ready to welcome what will come again with meditation.

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Jnana Mudra e Chin Mudra

They are among the best known mudras of Yoga. Here the union between thumb and forefinger takes on a very specific meaning. The index finger represents human consciousness while the thumb symbolizes the universal consciousness that in these mudras come into connection. In Chin mudra (gesture of awareness) the tips of the thumb and forefinger touch and the other three fingers point downwards. In Jnana Mudra (gesture of knowledge) the tip of the index finger touches the first joint of the thumb forming a ring in which the thumb slightly overlaps the index finger, while the other fingers point towards the sky.



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Pran Mudra

In this mudra the tips of the thumb, ring finger and little finger are joined. Practice Pran Mudra with both hands. Pran mudra stimulates our energy and helps us recharge when we feel tired. We can also use it to calm us down when we are in turmoil. Indeed Pran Mudra reduces nervousness and increases vitality.

Mudra: the Yoga of the hands that helps us to regain energy and well-being

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Have you ever tried practicing mudras? Have you found them beneficial?

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