Surahi Mudra

Surahi Mudra is a relatively simple yoga posture or hand position, thought specifically to sharpen the intellect, reduce rheumatic inflammation, cure colds, and improve respiratory conditions.

Each of the different yoga postures is said to have a specific purpose, as the Surahi mudra is responsible for channeling pranic energy.

As with most postures, the practice of Surahi Mudra is traditionally considered one of the best starting points because it is easy to execute.

It can be practiced at any time of the day for as long as desired, and there is no contraindication to this mudra. Let’s know what is the benefit of Surahi Mudra and how to do it.

How TO Do Surahi Mudra

  • To practice this Mudra, first of all, you should spread a mat or yoga mat on the ground.
  • Sit on it in any comfortable pose such as Padmasana or Siddhasana. Or you can sit on a chair in a comfortable position.
  • Place the hands with the palm pointing upwards on the thighs or the knees and arms remain in a relaxed position.
  • Close your eyes and take some deep breaths with the awareness of the breathing process.
  • Bringing both hands up, the tip of the right little finger onto the tip of the left ring finger, and the tip of the left little finger onto the tip of the right ring finger.
  • Your palms will be in opposite directions.
  • The thumbs and other fingers are left free but should be kept extended as much as possible.
  • Removing all thoughts from the mind has to focus the mind only on OM.
  • Do not decrease or increase the speed of breath from your side.
  • Hold this pose for some time you can.

Benefits

It is a very special and effective mudra practice which is a seal made with one or both hands to help us connect and expand our prana in a particular way.

  • This mudra is said to helping to ease rheumatic inflammation.
  • It is also considered effective for respiratory conditions and cures colds.
  • The benefits of Surahi mudra are also believed to sharpen the intellect.

Conclusion

The Surahi mudra is said to help respiratory conditions such as cold and ease rheumatic inflammation.

Like other Hasta Mudra, Surahi Mudra is useful for freeing the mind.

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