beejakshara mantra Yoga mudra,yoga asanas for Hyper tension or High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is a condition in which blood is forced through the arteries at a higher than normal pressure

High blood pressure or hypertension is a major risk factor for stroke, heart attack, heart failure.

Blood Pressure Ranges:

n  Normal blood pressure range < 120/80

n  Pre-Hypertension >120/80 but <140/90

n  Hypertension - >140/90

n  Both systolic and diastolic pressures do not have to be out of range

n  Only Systolic or Diastolic must be out of range to qualify as hypertension

The below are the ways to cure high blood pressure or hypertension through yoga mudra, yoga asana and Ayurveda.

Caution: High blood pressure is a dangerous disorder. So before practicing anything Consult you’re a qualified Health Professional…. This article is only for informative purpose.

Yoga mudra for Hypertension or High blood pressure: Aakaash-vardhak ,Kapha-Kaarak ,Apaan- vaayu ,Vaata-kaarak 

Ayurveda refers Hypertension as Rakta Capa Vriddhi . In Ayurveda  treats all disease as imbalance of three prakritis vata ,pitta  and Kapha . Ayurveda sees the vitiation of vata and pitta doshas as the main cause. Therefore Ayurveda treatment of hypertension mainly involves balancing of these two doshas. Treatment of hypertension in Ayurveda mainly involves balancing of these two doshas. A health balanced diet with yoga, and meditation for the treatment of hypertension.

How to prevent Hyper Tension or High Blood pressure

n  Maintaining a Healthy Weight

n  Reduce Salt/Sodium Intake

n  Increase Physical Exercise

n  Smoking Cessation

n  Limit Alcohol Consumption

n  Limit Fat Intake

n  Control Diabetes

n  Stress Relieving Techniques

n  Take BP Meds as Ordered

n  Home Monitoring of BP

beejakshara mantra Dharmachakra Mudra:BUDDHIST Mudras

 Dharmachakra Mudra: BUDDHIST Mudras 

Dharmachakra mudra symbolizes teaching of the Dharma. Dharmachakra in Sanskrit means the “Wheel of Dharma”. 

Dharmachakra is performed by placing the thumb and index finger of both hands touch at their tips to form a circle. This circle represents the Wheel of Dharma. 

The three remaining fingers of the two hands remain extended. These fingers are themselves rich in symbolic significance: 

The three extended fingers of the right hand represent the three vehicles of the Buddha's teachings, namely: 

* The middle finger represents the 'hearers' of the teachings

* The ring finger represents the 'solitary realizers'

* The Little finger represents the Mahayana or 'Great Vehicle'.

The three extended fingers of the left hand symbolize the Three Jewels of Buddhism, namely, the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha.

Significantly, in this Dharmachakra mudra, the hands are held in front of the heart, symbolizing that these teachings are straight from the Buddha's heart.

beejakshara mantra Important things to know about the Mudras:

Important things to know about the Mudras:
1. When the tip of the thumb joins the tip of the other fingers, respective tatvas gets balanced in the body.
2. When the tip of the thumb joins 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 tip 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 5-15 minutes, one’s health improves significantly.
11. Mudras not only improves the physical health but also improves the mental health by reducing the anger,increasing the peace and releasing one from the addictions.
12. mudra used for a particular disease should be stopped after one’s health improves.

beejakshara mantra How to practice mudras-some general tips

Mudras is an ancient practice in India which is used for different purposes like healing, dance and devotion. Healing by mudras is primary based on ancient medical science of Ayurveda. Mudras also used saints and yogis in the ancient times to empower them spiritually, to maintain their mind and body balance and to be physically healthy.

Mudras are about hand-body, hand-fingers positioning. The human hand and its five fingers are representations of various things. The five fingers represent five elements namely fire, earth, water, wind and space. From yet another perspective the fingers also represent different emotions, various body systems, body parts or body organs. Fingers and Mounds on the hand represent planets and characteristics of an individualʼs personality. The hands and fingers, thus, are an important areas for receiving treatment in various ancient techniques such as Accupressure and Accupuncture.

There are various versions of fingerʼs representing a particular element or part of the body based on the healing technique like acupressure,accupunture or mudras. One must avoid confusion and should adhere to any particular version that they may want to choose. The beauty of this healing technique is that no matter how many different versions one may come across , the technique is still effective. This is because Mind plays a vital role in any healing process. The ʻMiraclesʼ do occur and You yourself are the creator of any miracle. To achieve these miracles , one has to go into his own private space, into his own energy system and consciousness. As you go into your SELF, you can feel the flood of healing energy flowing through your being. This will only happen when your mind is focussed on the final goal that you want to achieve. The clarity about your goal is the first step in achieving that goal and it is of immense importance that you must be very clear what you want to achieve. It is no doubt a long and a very subtle process and must be done with persistance and patience. All inner journeys are much more profound, more significant and certainly more lasting than anything external. You must have Faith when you work with soul and your persistance will pay. You yourself will create miraculous results.

Since there are numerous mudras, one must keep the notes ready and practice the relevant mudras as and when required. Certain mudras can be practiced as daily routine to keep mind and body healthy and spirits high. Body heals and maintains itself and it is in ʻYOUR HANDʼ!

HOW TO PRACTICE MUDRAS— SOME GENERAL TIPS

Adopt the following procedure as far as possible to achieve results.

1. Have Faith and be positive that you are getting well and getting healed completely.
2. Have a holistic approach. Be free of any doubt.
3. Wash your hands and placing them in front of your navel, rub them together against each other. This will charge your hands.
4. Draw the holy symbols of any faith that you follow, such as Om, Shalom, Ekomkaar, 786 or Bismillah. ( Reiki practitioners can use and draw symbol 1, 2, 1 on both hands before starting. You may use any other healing symbols of your choice).

5. The touch between the fingers or hands should be soft, just touching, do not put any pressure. You might feel the flow of energy at that touch point, a feeling of warmth, a throbbing sensation.
6. The hand and body should be relaxed completely and you must start visualising that your body is being healed and your body is being completely relieved of any discomfort or pain.
7. Do not exert too much or over do it. In case you feel discomfort , discontinue immediately.
8. Practice in a pleasant mood and with positive thoughts.
9. Try to practice the mudras daily preferably at the same time. The most appropriate and convenient time can be just before going to bed and as soon as you get up in the morning.
10.As a general rule, practicing Mudras for about 15 minutes three times a day is advisable.
11.Certain mudras can be practiced while walking provided one is relaxed and can concentrate while walking..
12.Discontinue the practice on complete healing. However Holistic, Spiritual and Cleansing Maintenance can be done on a daily basis.
13.Breathing patterns for every mudra has been specified and these should be adhered to. However as a general rule, the breathing should be relaxed before commencing any mudra and for this take three long breaths, deep inhalation and extended exhalation. This will calm the body and the mind.
14. There is no harm if you exceed the time limit as specified for a particular mudra, but it is advisable to comply with the time limit.
15. Some individuals may get the results very soon, but they must still practice the mudra for a few days to completely relieve themselves of the ailment.
16.In certain cases, however, the effect is slow and the body recovers only after a prolonged practice. In such cases regularity, persistance and patience is necessary.
17.Always have an Attitude of Gratitude which means that you must thank yourself and the Universal system that heals you. The body has been designed divinely to heal, maintain and sustain itself. A perfect proof of this is that a fractured bone gets joined by itself, the orthopedic only aligns it by plaster or screws.
18.Recite or Chant any Mantra that you are comfortable with or whatever is mentioned in the Mudra instructions.
19.Pray to the Universal Source of Energy, or God and enjoy the Universal phenomenon.

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beejakshara mantra Mrigi Mudra

 

Mrigi Mudra is also known as  deer seal is one of the Pranayamas or yogic breathing techniques. Mrigi mudra  if performed with  other Pranayamas like Ujjayi Pranayama and Kapalbhati Pranayama, will have many health benefits for the mind and body.

 

When to do Mrigi Mudra

Mrigi Mudra  can be performed individually at any time during the day, or as a part of your yoga session. . The mrigri mudra can also be used as one of the hand mudras for headache alleviation.

 

How to Performe Mrigi Mudra  

1. Mastering this hand mudra for headache alleviation and greater mental calm will take some time and practice. The benefits, however, are worth the effort.
2. Use your right hand to make a ‘claw’ formation with your fingers. Lower your index finger and middle finger to the middle of the palm,
3. The deer seal (mrigi mudra) uses an alternate breathing technique in which air is breathed in through one nostril and exhaled through the other.
4. Hold your thumb against your right nostril as you inhale through the left nostril.
5. Then use your thumb and ring finger to hold both nostrils shut momentarily. The thumb should be closing the right nostril while the ring finger should be pinching the left nostril.
6. Lift your thumb and allow the air to escape through your right nostril.
7. Repeat this entire sequence twice, once using the right nostril in step 4, and once using the left nostril in step 4.
8. Repeat this set of three inhalations two or three times at least.

 

Benifits of Mrigi Mudra 

 

Mrigi Mudra helps in relieving stress and anxiety. Mrigi mudra calms and soothes the mind and body .Performing Mrigi Mudra before starting your yoga routine will help you achieve greater mental clarity and focus.Helps in improving  antioxidant levels and Enhances the body’s natural immune function.

 

beejakshara mantra Anjali Mudra or Namaskara Mudra :BUDDHIST Mudras

  Anjali Mudra or Namaskara Mudra (The Diamond Handclasp)

The Anjali Mudra or Namaskara Mudra is the mudra of offering and devotion. The Gesture of Prayer (Namaskara Mudra) with the palms folded together.It is formed by joining the hands, which are held vertically at the level of the breast, palm against palm, fingers against fingers, interlocked at the tips, the right thumb covering the left.

 

 

The gesture formed by the union of the two hands, recalls the co-existence of the two inseparable worlds, which are really one: the Diamond World, or vajradhatu and the Matrix World, or gharbhadhatu. These two worlds are the expression of two aspects of one cosmic life and represent the reciprocal action of the spiritual and the materials, the static and the dynamic.

India and South-East Asia people use this mudra for salutation, it evokes an offering of good feelings, of one’s person, etc. and also indicates veneration if it is made at the level of the face.

 

Normally when people visit temples in India  they perform this mudra by holding hands infront of the God.