It was a bright sunny day when I was travelling with my family to my hometown. My daughter was very much excited to go my native place. She was enjoying the car journey and was continuously asking questions eagerly. All sort of questions…you know sometimes it is very difficult to answer the small kid’s question than answering the competitive exams!!. As we were travelling,the green fresh plants, trees and farms appeared to move fast in front of her eyes and fascinated her .My daughter jumped with joy and exclaimed “Ma…trees are running very fast” and curiously asked me “Ma…how the plants and trees are born and grown? Where do they get the shakthi(power)?” I thought for a while and answered her “It is the almighty God who created and nurture them with his power(shakthi)” Now her question was a bit deep, “Where is his power?”With a smile I answered “The God has given his power to five great elements- earth,water,fire,air and space. Everything in nature is made up of these five elements”.She stared and then nodded her head. I don’t know how far she understood. But I am sure she would slowly figure out the law of nature as she grows…just thought of sharing the happy memories…back to topic
Our body is an impression of the total creation of five elements. The control for the various elements in our body lie at the fingertips-the little,ring,middle,index and thumb fingers representing earth, water, space, air and fire elements.
AAKASH MUDRA
Mudras is a prominent tool for health care which let us go within ourselves and recharge our energy levels. Here we are to see about the Aakash mudra, the mudra which is associated with space element.
In Sanskrit, the word Aakash means ‘sky’ or ‘space’ and mudra means ‘gesture’. The practice of this mudra helps you combine the consciousness of an individual and the universe. That is it unites the inner space (individual consciousness or Atma) with the universal space (universal consciousness or Paramatma). Aakash mudra is also called as Shuni mudra.
HOW TO DO AAKASH MUDRA?
- Aakash mudra can be done comfortably in either sukhasana,vajrasana or padmasana.
- Keep your hands on your thighs or the knees with your palm facing upward.
- Focus on your breath and gently fold your middle finger and touch the tip of the thumb.
- Keep the rest of the fingers stretched straight.
- Close your eyes, keep your mind relaxed and hands tension free.
DURATION
It is good to practice Aakash mudra for three sessions of 15 minutes a day or 30 to 45 minutes at a stretch.
Even though there is no specific time to do this mudra, 4 am to 6 am is the best time for maximum results.
BENEFITS
ACTIVATE VISHUDDHI CHAKRA
Aakash mudra activate the Vishuddhi chakra(throat chakra),make it clear and removes all the ailments related with jaw, neck and shoulder. It enhances good communication and creative self expression.
CREATE HEALING SPACE AND DETOXIFIES THE BODY
Aakash mudra helps to form the healing space within the body by aiding the movement of toxins in the form of carbon dioxide,urine,feces out of the body and detoxifies it.
IMPROVES ALERTNESS AND HEARING POWER
Regular practice of this mudra improves the hearing power. Aakash mudra advances instinct powers and mental alertness.
REDUCES MIGRAINE PROBLEMS
Symptoms of sinusitis,migraine,chest congestion,ear infections,asthma are reduced by regular practice of Aakash mudra.
PROMOTES HEALTHY HEART
It promotes heart health and keeps the blood pressure in balance.
IMPROVES CALCIUM LEVELS
It helps to keep your teeth and bones stronger by improving the calcium levels in your body. Hence it prevents osteoporosis and fragile bones.
REMOVES NEGATIVE FEELINGS
It aids in eradicating the negative emotions like anxiety, depression and irritation thus enhancing peace of mind.
TAKE AWAY
Aakash mudra when combined with meditation generates optimum results. Generally there are no side effects of doing this mudra within time limits. It is always better to consult a professional if you have any health problems. Aakash mudra helps you to maintain good mental and physical health.
“Wellness is a connection of paths – knowledge and action.”