Ancient Finger Positions That Heal

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Ancient Finger Positions That Heal (Mudras)

 “When reflex points of the fingertip are pressed, these healing substances are released and one can rebalance any diseased area of the body.” ~ The Healing Art of Mudras, Deborah Nasca

Mudras are basic finger and hand formations or hand movements that, when sustained for long periods of time while maintaining concentration, can open up new levels of consciousness and promote healing.

The Dancer Pose, also known as Natarajasana, is characterized by a lifted heart, an arched back, one hand extending back to hold a foot high, and the other hand reaching forward with a delicate gesture—a circle formed by the thumb and forefinger and three fingers extended. It’s that combination of the asana and the mudra.

Not just the hand positions are used in mudras. Numerous internal and exterior body positions, gestures, and locks are among them. In Sitali Pranayama (Cooling Breath), rolling your tongue creates a mudra. A similar thing occurs in Simhasana when you cross your eyes and gaze up between your brows (Lion Pose). Additionally, every one of the bandhas, also known as locks, is an internal mudra made to contain and focus prana in a specific direction.

Mudric finger positions are related to healing modalities like acupressure, acupuncture, hand and foot reflexology, and massage treatment since they all involve the release of endorphins and dopamine, the body's inherent biological healing compounds that aid in the healing process. These healing compounds are released when reflex spots on the fingertip are pressed, allowing one to balance any diseased area of the body. For instance, clenching one's hands is a typical reaction to stress or anxiety. This response really produces a mudra, which stimulates several reflex points and aids in calming the person down.

Gyan (Knowledge) mudra for stress

How to: Join the tip of the thumb to the tip of the index finger to form an O shape, while all the other fingers are straight & relaxed. Imagine the thumb and the index finger to be one and not detached, uniting the Brahma (thumb) and individual consciousness (index finger).

Why to: This hand gesture works with the air element in the body, and is often used during pranayama and meditation. It helps in managing stress, increasing concentration levels and calming the entire nervous system. Activating the pineal gland, Gyan mudra helps with headaches and keeps you calm.

Duration: Practice the mudra either for 45 minutes at a stretch or distribute it to 15 minutes three times a day. You can start with 5 minutes and extend gradually.

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Mudras help to link the brain to the body, soothe pain, stimulate endorphins, change the mood and increase our vitality. Mudras have been an integral part of many Hindu and Buddhist rituals. They are used extensively in Yoga, meditation and dance.

MUDRAPEDIA

Most people are accustomed to the Anjali mudra. It's the hand motion we make when we say "Namaste," and it's also known as the prayer position or Namaste. All you need to do is place your hands in front of your heart.

This strong mudra expresses gratitude. Gratitude and recognizing the holy light in everyone, including yourself, are further meanings associated with it. We are expressing, "The light in me acknowledges the light in you," as we bow while making the anjali mudra with our hands. In India, individuals use the mudra to greet people as they go about their daily lives, and most of us use it as frequently as the gyan mudra.

To practice anjali mudra:

Bring your palms together at your heart center with your fingers pointing skyward.

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