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Apana Vayu / Hridaya mudra
the gesture of the heart
The thumb touches the tips of the middle and ring fingers, the index finger folds to the base of the thumb, the little finger stays extended.
Duration: 15 min
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Known in the tradition as the heart gesture, and the one most often named in older texts in connection with the chest. It is also the mudra most studied in modern research, with mixed and inconclusive results.
This is not first aid and not a substitute for cardiac care. If you have symptoms, call a doctor rather than hold a mudra.
Chinmaya mudra
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Linga mudra
Shiva Linga mudra
Mudras are a traditional practice for relaxation and focus. They do not replace medical advice, and scientific evidence for their effects is still preliminary.