Rudra Mudra

The Rudra Mudra helps to govern and activate the solar plexus chakra. It treats exhaustion, fatigue and general weakness. According to the 5 Element Theory, the centering force is associated with the earth element which rules the stomach, spleen and pancreas. This mudra strengthens the earth element and its organs in the body.

Place the tips of your thumb, index finger and the ring finger together. Extend the other two fingers in a relaxed way. Practise with both hands for about five minutes three times a day.

Affirmation : I rest at my centre and draw strength and joy from my centre.

Bronchial Mudra

The Bronchial Mudra is very useful for the treatment of asthma as they have an impact on the biological map on the brain. This can be manipulated through the mudra in order to produce a positive effect on your autonomous nervous system, which controls your heart rate and breath rate.

Place the little finger at the base of the thumb, the ring finger on the upper thumb joint, and the middle finger on the pad of the thumb. Extend the index finger. For an acute attack of asthma, use this mudra for 4 to 6 minutes or until breathing has become normal.

Inhalation: Direct your consciousness into your abdomen, stomach, chest, throat, forehead and top of the head. Hold breathe for 5 seconds.

Exhalation: Direct your consciousness from top to bottom and count backward from 7 to 1. Wait patiently until the impulse to inhale comes. Now direct the consciousness back to the top again while inhaling. The pauses after inhaling and exhaling are very important here.

Affirmation: Every breath gives me strength. It strengthens my body, mind and soul.

Pran Mudra

With each hand, place the tips of the thumb, ring finger and little finger together. The other fingers remain extended. Practice this Mudra for 5 to 30 minutes a day.

The Pran Mudra activates the root chakra. It increases vitality, reduces fatigue and nervousness. It is often used to improve eyesight or treat eye diseases.

Affirmation: I have a healthy appetite for the small and large adventures of life. I digest the challenges with great pleasure and joy.

Apan Mudra

With each hand, place the thumb, middle finger, and ring finger together – extending the other fingers. Practice this Mudra for 5 to 45 minutes a day.

The Apan Mudra stimulates the energy of the liver and gall bladder. It removes waste materials and toxins from the body.

The Apan Mudra also helps to regulate urine, perspiration as well as relieve constipation. It also helps to improve digestion and increase metabolism.

Affirmation: I plant my seeds, care for them, and receive a rich harvest – with God’s help – that I thankfully accept.

What is Mudra?

The origin of Mudra remains a mystery today. However, according to the Indian Medical Science of Ayurveda, different areas of the hand stimulate specific areas of the brain. By applying light pressure on these areas of the hand, you will activate the corresponding region of the brain. The subtle hand and finger movements make important connections in the nervous system and increase the life force throughout the body, hence providing mental, physical as well as spiritual benefits. The effects of a Mudra can be intensified with breathing exercises, visualizations and affirmations. When a mudra is done with clear concentration, cerebral activity is calmed and regenerated. In addition, many Mudras synchronize the right and left hemisphere of the brain. This promotes alertness and memory and clarity of mind.

Mudras can be done while seated, lying down or even standing. Ensure that your body posture is symmetrical and centered. Relax your hands when performing the Mudra. Take slow deep breathes. Hold the Mudra for at least 5 to 30 minutes. Complete your Mudra practice with a positive affirmation.

The following Mudras are primarily used to support the healing or relief of physical complaints. Combined with visualization and affirmations, they also influence our minds and emotional state of mind.