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Practice Of Hand Yoga Can Help Boost Confidence, Achieve Self-Assurance And Strength
Hand Yoga for self-assurance, confidence and strength
The basis of hand yoga is in practicing hand gestures or mudras - special ways of connecting fingers to influence different areas of our bodies and minds. Regular practice of mudras can heal minor ailments and major diseases, restore balance, invigorate the mind, enhance abilities and give energy.
Hand Yoga is a form of energy healing, based on the study of subtle energy currents running through our bodies. Today this practice is used predominantly in Buddhist and Hindu cultures, though evidence suggests many other cultures practicing it one way or another.
The scientific explanation of hand yoga is based on the fact that the tips of our fingers have thousands of nerve endings that correlate to specific organs and areas of the body. According to the practice, bringing these nerve endings together has profound healing and balancing effects. This very effective and seriously underrated practice has been tested and proven for thousands of years
This article discusses the Prithivi Mudra used to gain self-assurance, confidence and strength. The main purpose of this exercise is to stimulate the root chakra. Chakras are energy centers inside our bodies, situated along the spinal column. The Chakra Theory is a topic for another article, it is very simple to learn and just like hand yoga it can do wonders.
The energy from the root chakra flows through all other chakras, making it responsible for fundamental abilities, energy levels and trust in oneself. Stimulation of this chakra restores self-assurance, increases confidence and restores our strength and trust in natural abilities. Having strong root energy will make us feel more grounded, down to earth and at the same time very strong, powerful and capable. This mudra should be practiced up to 3 times a day for 15 minutes. Regular practice of this mudra is also good for skin and nails.
To perform the Prithivi Mudra connect your thumb and ring fingers on each hand, extend other fingers, that's all. This mudra is very simple, yet effective. Prithivi mudra can be practiced by anyone, anywhere, anytime. There are no side-effects and no restrictions. The beauty of Hand Yoga is in its simplicity and effectiveness.
Another important part of self-healing is meditation. While it is not required to meditate while performing mudras, having a clear mind will greatly enhance the effects of any mudra. Meditation is essential to over health and wellbeing. If you think you can't meditate - think again. Everyone mediates while they sleep, those who can meditate consciously, but it takes practice and dedication. Learn meditation and confidence, strength and self-assurance will come naturally even without any mudras.
In addition to meditation, another way to enhance the effects of this mudra is to take herbal remedies. Certain herbs can help establishing inner balance, restoring root energy, building self assurance and confidence.
Oatstraw has a restorative and nourishing effect on the brain and nervous system. This herb nourishes strong nerves. The effect of oatstraw is very grounding, essential for those who lack concentration. By increasing assertive powers, oatstraw can help people deal with stress, increasing self-confidence and vitality. Oatstraw also helps to maintain regular sleep patterns, reduce the frequency and duration of headaches and helps with menopausal symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, memory loss, restless legs and depression.
Another great assistant in gaining confidence is dandelion. Dandelion root can help us be more connected to our bodies so that we can align with and manifest our soul purpose, helping to ease frustrations and stay focused on our path. The polysaccharide insulin found in dandelion is said to have white blood cell and immune-boosting properties.
Combining mudra practice with meditation and herbal remedies creates a very powerful tool to fight lack of confidence and self-respect and loss of primary strength.
About the Author
Konstantin Tsir is an experienced yoga practioner, self-healing enthusiast and wellness expert, visit his resource on hand yoga and learn more about the Prithivi Mudra for confidence, strength and self-assurance.
