Did you know, that you can achieve perfect harmony and peace with your hands? Mudras or spiritual gestures are the different positions of the arms and are important when you practice yoga. This will bring happiness to your life.
- Thumb: Fire
- Index Finger: Air
- Middle Finger: Space
- Ring Finger: Water
- Pinky Finger: Earth
Due to the many nerve endings that concentrated on the fingers, it is believed to hold energetic points. When we press these energetic points, we can manipulate the elements that support the circulation of energy throughout the body.
This is exciting because you can do it anywhere, anytime, and all you need is a few minutes and a place to relax.
Below we give you instructions how to practice the Mudras and which are their benefits:
Agni Mudra (Mudra of Fire)
Instructions: Bring the ring finger to the palm, press the second phalanx with the base of your thumb, and extend the other fingers.
Benefits: This position will boost the immune system, as it will improve the metabolism.
Vāyu Mudra (Mudra of Air)
Instructions: Fold the pointer to the Palm, and press with the base of the thumb. Extend the other three fingers.
Benefits: It treats a bloated stomach and constipation.
Shunya Mudra (Mudra of Void)
Instructions: With your thumb base press the first phalanx of the middle finger.
Benefits: It is beneficial for nausea, dizziness, and problems with tongue, nose, and ears.
