Introduction
Yoga mudras are a healing modality that involves the whole body in a combination of asana, pranayama, and visual methods or could be a simple hand position. Mudras can change one's mood, attitude, or perspective as they are a set of subtle physical movements. They help in alertness and increase concentration. Each mudra has a distinct influence on the body, mind, and prana. It boosts the individual's overall development physically, mentally, and emotionally. The five categories of mudras are yogic, religious, spiritual, curative, and customary.
What Is Yoga Mudra?
Yoga mudras are non-verbal communication between the subtle body and the physical body. The flow of energy is stimulated through the body by performing yoga mudra, after which energy is activated in specific brain areas. This will bring a specific state of mind. They are usually performed with yoga postures and breathing techniques to enhance the benefits.
What Are the Benefits of Mudras?
Mudras benefit the body and mind and can be performed anywhere and anytime. It helps to relieve stress, anxiety and improves cognitive function and memory. Memory is improved by stimulating different brain areas. It promotes concentration and relaxation.
What Are The Different Yoga Mudras That Help To Increase Memory?
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Hakini Mudra: One of the best mudra to start the morning before any mental work. It helps in clear thinking and improves memory. It has a strong relationship with the third chakra to increase brain power; therefore, it is known as the mudra of the mind. When the fingers of both hands are brought together, the energy of the two sides of the body is united. Therefore it improves the brain synchronization between the left and right hemispheres. To begin this mudra, sit in a comfortable seated position such as padmasana. Bring hands in front of the chest with both palms facing each other, and gently bring hands together by joining them at the fingertips. To set over the third chakra as a gaze, close the eyes and roll them up. Place the tongue on the roof of the mouth and then touch the palate while inhaling and release while exhaling. Hold the mudra minimum for five minutes.
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Uttarabodhi Mudra: This mudra is excellent to ease the nerves and calm the anxious mind. It can be done before starting any difficult work. It can be practiced in the morning or evening. It enhances decision-making abilities, solves problems, and also brain creativity. It helps to recognize one's inner self and overcome fear. This mudra is started by sitting in a comfortable position, such as padmasana, and bringing hands in front of the chest and both palms facing each other. Join the palms such that the index finger should be touching each other and the thumb joined and pointed downward while the index, middle and little fingers are interlocked. Close eyes and hold this position for about five to ten minutes.
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Bhoochari Mudra: This mudra keeps the mind steady as one focuses on a single point in space and gradually subsides the internal noise. This mudra makes it feel more rooted and provides a grounding effect. It can be practiced anytime in the day, especially before or after working or studying. This mudra is started in a sitting position, such as padmasana, and keeps the hands on the thighs with palms facing upwards and relaxes the body. Guan mudra can be formed in the left hand while the right hand is at the level with the nose and turns the hand so that the palm is facing downwards. The thumb is gently pressed to the upper lip, and the right arm should parallel the ground. Hold the mudra for five to ten minutes.
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Rudra Mudra: This mudra improves energy circulation to the brain, increases memory power, and controls mental disorders. It can be practiced in the morning or evening. It helps to focus more and have better mental clarity, sharpens the mind, and increases attention. In this mudra, start in a comfortable seated position such as padmasana and keep palms on the thighs with palms facing upwards and relax the body. Join the tips of the index, ring the finger to the tip of the thumb, and close the eyes. Hold this mudra for ten to fifteen minutes at a time.
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Ganesh Mudra: This mudra helps energize and balance both brain hemispheres. It synchronizes the brain waves by building connections between the different parts of the brain. This increases the overall brain activity, which helps to boost memory for the individuals. It also helps to improve the concentration level and memory. This mudra begins with a sitting pose such as padmasana and brings the palm together in a namaste position and holds the left hand before the chest with the palm facing outward and bending the fingers. The left hand is grasped with the right hand, with the palm facing inward. While inhaling, clasp both the hands and fingers are hooked and locked. On exhaling, pull the hands apart without releasing the grip. The stretch is felt along the shoulders and chest. Repeat it six times.
Conclusion
Mudras are powerful tools that help regulate and channel the flow of energy throughout the body. This energy will improve concentration, promote mental clarity and relieve tension. It improves overall health and well-being.
