HOLISTIC CARE WITH MUDRA (FINGERS POSITION) 1

1. Gyan Mudra

Touch the tip of the thumb to the tip of the index finger, with the other three fingers stretched out.

It is a mudra of knowledge, it enhances the knowledge. The tip of thumb has centres of pituitary and endocrine glands. When we press these centres by index finger the two glands work actively.

Duration: There is no particular duration for this mudra. You can practice it in sitting, standing or lying on bed whenever and wherever you have time.

Benefits: Increases memory and sharpens the brain. Enhances concentration and prevents Insomnia. If practiced regularly it cures many psychological disorders like Hysteria, Anxiety and Depression

2. Prithvi Mudra

Tip of the ring finger touches the tip of the thumb, with the other three fingers stretched out. It reduces all physical weaknesses.

Duration: It has no particular duration, can be practiced for any length of time.

Benefits: It helps to increase the weight of weak people and improves the complexion of skin and makes the skin to glow. It improves the overall health and enhances the activeness.

3. Varuna Mudra

Tip of little finger touches the tip of thumb, with the other three fingers stretched out. It balances the water content and prevents all diseases which come due to water imbalance.

Duration: It has no specific duration and one can practice it according to available time.

Benefits: It clears blood by balancing water content in the body and relieves muscular pain & gastric pain.

4. Vayu Mudra

Keep the index finger on the base of the thumb and press with thumb keeping the other three fingers straight. It prevents all the diseases that occur due to the imbalance of the air.

Duration: The practice of this mudra is recommended for 45 minutes. For better results it should be practiced for minimum two months.

Benefits: It helps to cure Rheumatism, Arthritis, Gout, Parkinson's disease and paralysis. It is useful for Cervical Spondylitis, facial paralysis and spasm of neck muscles.

5. Shunya Mudra

Keep the middle finger at the mount of Venus and press it with thumb. It reduces the dullness in our body.

Duration: One can practice it for 40 to 60 minutes daily.

Benefits: It relieves an earache within 4 or 5 minutes. It is useful for the hearing impairment and mentally challenged.