Are you ready to become an owl? Owls can turn their heads as much as 270 degrees, which means they are aware of everything around them. Join and press tip of third finger with a tip of thumb. Keep the remaining three fingers straight. Bring the O formed by your hands to your eyes to become an owl. <\/p>\n
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Aakash Mudra = The Gesture of Space<\/p>\n
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Pick one of the “owl symbolisms” as a theme for your next kid’s yoga lesson plan<\/a>. And, of course, be sure to include Owl Mudra in that plan.<\/p>\n All-knowing Eyes:<\/strong> Sit in silence and observe yourself (or an object) with the all-knowing eyes of an owl.<\/p>\n Awareness Breeds Kindness:<\/strong> The eyes of an owl can switch, process, and adjust from telescopic (long-distance) to microscopic (short-distance) in a split second. With this owl awareness energy, you will become more kind to others (long-distance) and yourself (short-distance).<\/p>\n Focus On The Prize:<\/strong> When you are still and patient and have set your eye on something, just like an owl, then you have a good chance of swopping in on the prize.<\/p>\n Patience:<\/strong> The owl can teach kids to be patient. Simply by slowing down, sitting, and observing, like an own on a high tree limb, patience, one of life’s top skills can take seed and flower.<\/p>\n Below are some questions you might be asked by your students about Aakash Mudra.<\/p>\n It helps to increase the element ether and space in your body (creates a healing space within your body). On an emotional level, practicing this mudra helps calm the mind and provide a feeling of oneness.<\/p>\n It is said to ease migraines and prevent loss of hearing.<\/p>\n The middle finger and thumb are used in Aakash Mudra. The middle finger is the seat for the space element. The thumb is the seat for the fire element. It is said that if the beads of a rosary are rotated on the middle finger with the help of the thumb, you gain prosperity.<\/p>\n It activates your Throat Chakra<\/em> which enhances self-expression and communication.<\/p>\n The Sanskrit meaning of the word Mudra is:<\/p>\n Or put more simply:<\/em><\/p>\n Or put even more simply:<\/em><\/p>\n Aakash Mudra<\/a>, Adhi Mudra<\/a>, Anjali Mudra<\/a>, Apan Vayu Mudra<\/a>, Apana Mudra<\/a>, Asthma Mudra<\/a>, Atmanjali Mudra<\/a>, Bhairav Mudra<\/a>, Bhramara Mudra<\/a>, Bodhisattva Dhyan Mudra<\/a>, Brahma Mudra<\/a>, and Bodhisattva Dhyan Mudra<\/a>. Here are all 50 hand mudras<\/a> for you to enjoy.<\/p>\n Body Awareness:<\/strong> When holding a mudra you’ll notice the subtle energy move through your body, and what places that energy trickles into.<\/p>\n Chakra Workout:<\/strong> Each finger represents a chakra:<\/p>\n Thumb = Solar plexus chakra If you’re knowledgeable about chakras<\/a>, then this will make your Mudra practice even more enjoyable (e.g. when your index finger gets a deep stretch you’ll know that your heart chakra is being stimulated which helps become a bit more affectionate, tender, and loving).<\/p>\n Harry Potter Wand:<\/strong> Your hands are like a Harry Potter wand at your disposal? Your hands have healing powers that have been used in Indian culture for many centuries.<\/p>\n Health & Healing Toolbox:<\/strong> As your awareness becomes more acute to each specific mudra, start to practice other mudras<\/a>. Mudras are simple to practice, but they are powerful, and well worth adding to your health and healing toolbox. Here are 50 hand mudras<\/a> for you to enjoy.<\/p>\n Mantra:<\/strong> When the hand position feels comfortable, you can add a mantra<\/a> while holding the mudra.<\/p>\n Meditation:<\/strong> When the hand position feels comfortable, you can add a meditation <\/a>while holding the mudra.<\/p>\n Monkey Mind:<\/strong> The position of our hands can influence the energy of our physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies. Mudras help to link the brain to the body, soothe pain, stimulate endorphins, calm the monkey-mind, and increase energy.<\/p>\n Pranic Force:<\/strong> Our fingers are power points, a link between individual Pranic force<\/a> and universal cosmic energy<\/a>.<\/p>\n Preventative Medicine:<\/strong> The regular practice of mudras contributes to good health and is used as a preventive measure as well.<\/p>\n Ujjai Breath<\/strong>: It’s common to use Ujjai Breath<\/a> when practicing mudras. Ujjai breath stimulates Nadis (energy channels in the body) bringing mental clarity and focus.<\/p>\n Yoga mudras can be practiced sitting in:<\/p>\n Easy Pose (Sukhasana)<\/a> You can also sit comfortably on a chair.<\/p>\n Mudras can also be practiced while standing in mountain pose<\/a>, or when in a posture (which is common in Kundalini Yoga with poses like shoulder gyan twists<\/a>).<\/p>\n Mudras can also be practiced while lying in a supine position with poses such as:<\/p>\n Reclined Bound Angle Pose<\/a> Below are some questions your students may ask you…<\/p>\n Each of our fingers represents the five elements of the universe:<\/strong><\/p>\n Thumb = fire and universal consciousness According to ancient Indian culture, these five elements must be well-balanced to keep diseases at bay. One way of maintaining balance is by practicing mudras.<\/p>\n The pressure of your fingers should be light, and hands relaxed (even with the tricky mudras that can be difficult to get into).<\/p>\n Yes. Mudras can be practiced when sitting, standing, walking, or running. The only time you can’t practice Mudras is when you need your hands for the activity you’re doing (e.g. driving a car).<\/p>\n However long you want. Most Yogi masters do not agree on an ideal length of time. Most people practice them from 3 to 30 minutes at a time.<\/p>\n If you want to become calm, slow your breathing when practicing Mudras. If, however, you want to become invigorated, quicken your breathing.<\/p>\n Yes. Classical music is widely considered the best for healing and relaxation.<\/p>\n Yes. Visualization is effective because it harnesses the power of our subconscious mind.<\/p>\n
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What does Aakash Mudra do for me?<\/h5>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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What does Aakash Mudra physically cure?<\/h5>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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What does the index finger and thumb represent?<\/h5>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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What chakra does it activate?<\/h5>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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a symbolic hand gesture that has the power of producing joy and happiness<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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a gesture<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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yoga positions for your hands and fingers<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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\nIndex Finger = Heart chakra
\nMiddle Finger = Throat chakra
\nRing Finger = Root chakra
\nLittle Finger = Sacral chakra<\/p>\n
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What does each finger represent?<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
\nIndex Finger = air and individual consciousness
\nMiddle Finger = akasha or connection
\nRing Finger = the earth
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What pressure should my fingers be?<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Can I practice mudras when walking?<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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How long should I hold a Mudra?<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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What is the difference between calming and invigorating Mudras?\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Can I listen to music when practicing Mudras?\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Can I use visualisation when practicing Mudras?\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n