Mudras are usually positions of the hands and fingers that are used in yoga to bring awareness and changes to energy in the body.The word mudra in Sanskrit translates to seal or to mark. In our yoga practice, we use various mudras as a way Anjali mudra is one that is most recognized; the simple palms together in a prayer position at heart center.
In Yoga Moodra classes, we have tried out various mudras from time to time in class. Do you have a personal favorite? Here's a list of some of the mudras we have learned in class:
Anjali Mudra (hands at heart, prayer, gratitude, open hearted)
Avahani Mudra (Seal of Invitation, being open, inviting in new awareness)
Garuda Mudra (eagle or bird, soaring, clarity,freedom)
Shankh Mudra (Conch, meant to address the throat Chakra, finding your voice)
Ganesha Mudra (for overcoming obstacles, courage, confidence)
I'd love to hear your feedback. Do you enjoy learning and practicing various mudras? Have you found one to be personally helpful and meaningful? Would you sign up for a 2 hour yoga workshop on mudras and practice? Let me know. As your yoga teacher, I want to facilitate a yoga practice that fits your needs.
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I do the Avahani Mudra often, especially when I feel closed off - emotionally, physically, or intellectually. I'm intrigued by the Shankh Mudra - I haven't used it before.
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