Yoga Mudras, what are they?

Mudra means “seal” or “mark”. Yoga mudras help energy move through our bodies and there are quite a few to choose from to help you in your practice. I see it almost as if the mudra seals the energy in your body and directs it to where you need it to go.

I have picked the three I used the most in my practice…

Chin Mudra:

Chin means “consciousness” and this mudra helps us connect to our higher selves. I find it really helpful when I am meditating to help ground my meditation practice and help me focus my mind. This mudra can also help overhaul a dull mood and lift you up. Sit and focus on your breath for 10 minutes and then touch the tip of the index finger under the tip of the thumb, keeping the remaining three fingers relaxed but slightly extended.

 Anjali Mudra:

Anjali means “benediction” or “salutation” to your higher self and to others. We put our hands to almost a prayer position. We practice Anjali mudra when we want to bring about a meditative state, i.e. getting ourselves ready for our practice or when we find a natural break in our practice.  

Prana Mudra:

Prana essentially means “life force” or “energy”, so using this mudra can really help awake any dormant energy. If you are feeling low physically or mentally, try using prana mudra in your practice. This mudra can really help focus your mind too if you’re feeling a little foggy!

Getting deeper into your Yoga journey will naturally unearth things such as mudras, bhandas and kriyas so let me know if you want to start scratching the surface of anything else and going deeper into your practice! 

Love and light,

Emily

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