Vyan Mudra

Vyan Mudra is done by touching the tips of the index finger, middle finger and the thumb.
The air, fire and space elements in the body are being balanced and regulated by performing
Vyan Mudra. This mudra is associated with the current of air in the veins. When this air current
moves fast in the lungs, arteries and veins, cause high blood pressure. By practicing Vyan Mudra
regularly, regulates the speed of circulation.
Benefits
Regulates and balances both high and low blood pressure
Enhances enthusiasm and creativity
Correct perceptions
Helps to remove stress and anxiety related problems
Helps to remain tolerant to heat and sunstroke

Prana Mudra

Prana Mudra is one of the most important mudras. It activates the dormant energy in the body.
Prana Mudra can be performed at any time when you want to be energised.
Prana  Mudra is done by joining the tips of the little and ring fingers with the tip of the thumb.
Keep both the middle and index fingers pointing straight. Visualize and feel the life force vibrates
in your body. Practice Prana Mudra for fifteen to thirty minutes.
Benefits
Helps you to stay energised
Reduces fatigue and depression
Strengthens immune system
Imparts special power to eyes
Helps to increase vitamins in the body
Improve quality of life

Apan Mudra

Apan Mudra is relatively a simple mudra. It can be easily performed in any posture.

Apan Mudra is done by joining the tips of the middle and ring fingers to the tip of the thumb.
Keep the index finger and little finger pointing straight. Do it at least for ten minutes at a time.
Apan mudra is known as the purification mudra. It increases the elements of earth and space
within the body.
Benefits
Apan Mudra purifies the body
Regulates the excretory system
Eliminates toxins and waste products from the body
Clears eyes, ears, nose, mouth, digestive and urinary tracts
Regulates diabetes
Reduces the severity of piles, fissure and fistula
It also said to be useful during childbirth in case of delay

Apan Vayu Mudra

Apan Vayu Mudra is done by touching the tips of the middle and ring fingers to the tip of the thumb.
The tip of the index finger to touch onto the mount of the thumb. The little finger to keep straight.
 Apan Vayu Mudra suppresses the air element in the body and regulates and balances the fire,
 earth and space elements in the body.This mudra is supposed to be very beneficial for the heart.
 People with a history of cardiac ailments should practice this mudra on a regular basis.
Do at least fifteen minutes at a time to enjoy the benefits.
Benefits
Helps to improve the coronary circulation
Reduces the pain of angina within a few minutes
Cures gastric problems such as acidity, indigestion and constipation
Reduces excess gas formation in the body and removes acidity
Reduces the discomforts from heartburn

Agni Mudra

Place the tip of the ring finger on the base of the thumb and cover the ring finger with the thumb
by applying a gentle pressure of the thumb on the ring finger. Keep all the other three fingers
comfortably as straight as possible. Care should be taken to do all the mudras in both hands at a time. This amounts to suppress the amount of element earth by the element fire. At a time perform
Agni Mudra at least ten minutes. Since earth element is associated with the body, this mudra
is specifically associated with the shape of the body.
Benefits
Regulates the fire elements and suppress the earth element in the body
Raises the metabolism in the body thus eliminating loss of appetite, constipation and indigestion
Reduces the excess fat in the body
Reduces body weight and provides a healthy and good posture
Prevents and cures flu, shivering and colds
Cuts off cholesterol


 

Shoonya Mudra

Shoonya Mudra is practised by placing the tip of the middle finger on the base of the thumb
and covering middle finger by the thumb by bringing a little pressure.
Keep all the other fingers straight. The principle is to suppress the element
 of space in the body by the element of fire. The element space is associated
with ears and is also a component of bodily humor Vaata. Hence this mudra can be
practised for the betterment of deaf and mentally challenged persons.
Benefits
Reduces dullness in the body
Helps to prevent and cure all the ailments related to the ear
.Makes the bones strong
Helps to relieve pain in chest, abdomen and head
This mudra is specially suited for people having a pronounced Vaata dosha.

Vayu Mudra

Vayu Mudra is practised by joining the tip of the index finger onto the mound of the thumb.
Cover the index finger with the thumb. The other three fingers are held straight.
Vayu Mudra can be done in vajrasana posture, even after a heavy meal or at anytime feeling
uneasy or discomfort.
Vayu Mudra regulates and balances the element of air inside the body. Thus Vayu Mudra
prevents all diseases that occurs due to imbalance of air in the body.
Benefits
Decreases air element in the body
Prevents and cures diseases such as arthritis, cervical spondylitis, Parkinson's, paralysis,
scatia and gout
Helps to correct digestive and acidic problems

Varun mudra

Varun mudra is done by joining the tips of the thumb and the little finger. All the other fingers are
to held straight. Varun mudra helps to regulate the water element in our body. The most beneficial
mudra to be performed by people having high blood pressure.
Benefits
Improves quality of blood
Regulates blood pressure
Give freshness to body
Relieves muscular pains
Reduces and relieves gastric problems

Prithvi mudra

Prithvi mudra is done by joining the tips of thumb and ring finger. Other fingers are held straight.
Fire and earth elements are getting balanced and strengthened through this mudra.
This mudra is very good to strengthen digestive system and results in a sturdy body.
Benefits
Helps to experience happiness
Frees from unwanted thoughts
Builds up self confidence
Improves skin health
Helps to increase weight
Helps to be enlightened

Aakash mudra

Aakash mudra is performed by joining the tips of the thumb and the middle finger. Keep all the other fingers straight. This mudra detoxifies the body. It increases the internal space which enables the other four elements such as air, fire, water and earth to increase and act perfectly in the body.
Benefits
Stimulates noble thoughts
Helps to reach the heights in the art of meditation
Strengthens the mind and soul
Cure and prevent ear related problems
Reduces vertigo complains
Get rid of vomiting tendency

Dhyan mudra( Gyan mudra)

Dhyan mudra is done by joining tips of the thumb and index finger. Keep all the other fingers straight. Dhyan or Gyan mudra symbolizes the unity and connection. Chanting 'AUM' (OM), while exhaling enhances the effectiveness of practicing dhyan mudra. This mudra is commonly used during
meditation.
Benefits
Helps to develop intellect and spiritual light
Reduces negativity of mind
Sharpens memory
Helps to focus the mind
Helps to increase energy level
Improves sleep
Makes one to stay calm and happy
 

Hasth Mudras (Hand Gestures)

Mudras are usually done with hands, that focuses and directs energy in a yoga pose or meditation.
Mudras help to create pathways for energy (prana) to flow and unblock the Chakras (Life Centres).
Mudras can be used to balance and heal the body and mind. It is definitely a handy tool to restore
your wellness. Daily practice of mudras keeps you healthy throughout your life. Mudras offer
happiness and spiritual attainment and awakes Kundalini power.
   The meaning of 'mudra' which is a Sanskrit word is 'seal' or 'closure'. Practising the different 'mudras' provide physical, mental and spiritual benefits.
   Mudras, typically involves, placing the hands and fingers in certain positions.
Each fingers represent the five elements such as earth, akash(ether), fire, air and water.
Our body constitutes with the five elements, panchabhoothas. Practising mudras daily, help to
balance the variables such as, temperature(fire), oxygen(air) and blood & fluids(water). The perfect
quantity of these variables in our body gives perfect health by enhancing the immunity of our body which in turn results in the harmony of body, mind and soul.

 

Social Life is an essential part for happiness

No doubt humans are social beings. Our social life is the key to our survival, health and happiness.
We are more comfortable when we are connected, sharing and led by values and virtues. Our
quality of life depends on our relationships with our friends and family. Social ties really helps
in our longevity of life. In the present crazy society, social ties are of secondary importance.
It's very important to set aside enough time to strengthen your social connections. Make annual,
half yearly, quarterly or bimonthly plans to connect with your friends and relatives.
Enjoy happiness and have fun for healthy living.

 

Reach the state of flow in Life

Enjoy the flow in life to become more centred, peaceful and attentive in your routines daily. Enjoy the moment you live and reward yourself mentally to reach the state of flow. Focus your attention on
gratitude for the beauty and uniqueness of life instead of the pressures and problems. Now you are in the right path to care yourself, to serve the humanity and the Universe. People who frequently experience the flow in life tend to be happy, productive and creative.

Laugh to live happy

A happy Gentle man on his 90th birthday

 Life is not that easy. Life is of joys and sorrows just like hills and valleys, days and nights and ups and downs. No matter take it as a challenging opportunity, travel through it, face the challenges, perform the duties, fulfil the promises, achieve the goals and treasure the results.
Don't forget to laugh . Always find a reason to laugh. It off course add years to our lives along will surely add life to our years.
We all are born with the gift of laughter. But we usually laugh at other's expense. " A day without laughter is a waste day." The famous quote of Charlie Chaplin reminds us choosing to laugh as and when you want is not a sign of silliness, it's a sign of maturity.
So let's us laugh at our own account to live, healthy, happy and in harmony.

baby with the gift of laughter

Time is Eternal....manage time wisely

                                        Time moves. Yesterday is not today and today will not be tomorrow. The entire creation moves according to a time pattern. There is time for everything. Seasons come according to time. Every movement of creation is linked with time. Everything is fixed to a time frame.
                                         Time is a free force. It does not wait for any one. Time is money. A minute not usefully spent is an eternal loss. You can never ever get back the lost time. Time reminds you to act wisely. By wasting time you are doing harm to yourself. So make it a point to utilise the time most effectively to gain maximum and earn a peaceful life.
                                          Everybody have 24 hours a day. Take control of your time to improve your ability in focus and enhance your efficiency. You can easily improve decision making ability and
eliminate the pressure in your routine and casual activities. Time management is the key of success
and also allows you to take control of your life rather than following the flow of other.
                                           Once you acquire good time management skills helps you to find your own time to relax and unwind. When you are busy, you are getting more done and the accumulated
extra time throughout the day can be use as your own time to get a good night sleep.
                                            Let's all manage everyday the equal and uniform resource offered by the Almighty to live a quality life.

Winter at Thredbo....enjoy every moment in life

 

Purpose of Life

Capital of Australia at Canberra

                                         Our goal in life is to take part in harmony of the Universe. Where ever we are, we live in the moment to enjoy life and be happy. 
                                         Happiness has less to do with money and more to do with people around us. Lives are made up of equal parts of sorrow and joy and that it impossible to have one without the other. Keep on moving disciplined, physically, mentally and spiritually and stay happy, to develop a state of life where we feel a sense of joy. That's wellness. Once we are happy and satisfied, we can motivate others around us and create harmony.
                                         Knowing the purpose of your life is the essence of knowing yourself. That helps you to explore your true self. Now you can feel the God within you. AHAM BRAHMASMI !!!

 

Be True to Yourself

Be who you are and have the courage to accept yourself as you are. Don't live your life to please others. Self respect comes only from being true to who you really are and from acting in accordance with your basic nature. When you respect yourself, others will respect you. When you are true to yourself, your individuality and uniqueness will shine through. You can stay sincere with open hearted. You will be impartial towards others and in decision making.
Be true to yourself, allows you to live your life consistent with your highest values and aspirations.
You are enriching others by being true to yourself.

Work is Worship

During my visit in USA....busy at registration counter 

This famous quote "WORK IS WORSHIP" reminds me, AS YOU SO YOU REAP is the teaching in the Ramayana.
There is no doubt that we should work without any care for the result. Work is not only counted in this world but counts something for the next world also.
Life is dull without work. Life is fruitful and useful only if we work for ever.
No doubt Work is Worship is the main object of life. Laziness and dullness are the curse of life.
Work is the only concerns with men while reward is the concern in the hands of the Almighty.

Even during visit and stay away from home, we can make our self busy in engaging the activities of the neighbourhood and community. Don't let laziness rule your life, which leads to unwantedness and disappointment. Where ever I am, it is my duty to get engaged in my field and be busy in some way or other thus enjoying the value of work and my personal freedom. This attitude helps me to uplift the standard of my life in true sense in my senior citizen phase.

Why to Fear? Know the Power within you.....

Do not under estimate yourself. Being the children of the Supreme soul, we are protected . Why to fear we are nothing?
 All knowledge is within us. Our soul is perfect. Don't slip into the veil of MAYA. Take off the evil and develop the soul. The soul manifests itself in its pristine purity.
All power is within you. You can do everything. Don't think of things that you are weak. Believe in your own power that you can do anything and everything, by yourself.
Get the awareness, "We are children of the Almighty, we are sparks of the infinite."
We are born to conquer nature and not to follow it. Be steady, obedient and eternally faithful to the cause of truth, humanity and your country to move the world.
Arise, awake and get rid of fears. Believe in the power within you. Yes, you can, you can, you can do a thousand times greater than now. Have faith in yourself. Know you are the infinite, then fear must die. Say ever, " I and my Father are one."

Indebtedness.....swamivivekanandaquotes.org

How often you smile a day?

Smiling happens without much thought. Smiling is natural to share our happiness with others.
Smiling also triggers activity - happiness- in your brain.
 The 44 muscles in your face, can make more than 5000 expressions, most of which are smiles.
Smile at dear ones, friends, relatives, neighbours, colleagues, and new people.
When you are smiling, the whole world smiles with you. Smiling is contagious.
Smiling makes you happy, makes others happy, makes you more attractive and frees you from stress.
     Always try a smile, if you can't find a reason to smile, watch a funny show, read comics or call a friend with humour. So don't forget to smile frequently as and when possible.

Healthy Friendships

 People who have larger network of friends have greater life expectancies and fewer incidences of regrets. Healthy friendships involves give and take and results in a team spirit. A bunch of friends is always essential to enrich your life and improve your health.
       I treasure friendship. It's my passion to befriend beautiful people where ever I am. It is not that easy to find good friends every where. The effort you take to build healthy friendship will not be in vain, that helps you feel comfortable and happy in the new community.


A friend in need is a friend in deed.
The quote of Hubert H. Humphrey, reminds me the essence of friendship." The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love." That's true in my life.


with my friends in Australia

with my friends in USA

Music for health and happiness

A musical night

A senior couple involved in singing a duet in a music group of friends.
Utilise the singing opportunity in front of you. Engaging in musical activities makes the person
 lively and energetic. Music helps to lower blood pressure, decrease stress levels by shifting your mood, enhance the state of consciousness and develops the brain.
Singing favourite songs with family and friends, helps one to bond with others.
It is a simple and easy way of uniting groups of and engaging in an activity that everyone can participate and enjoy.
 Casual musical programmes are the best approach to practice in senior centres to make each one active and alert.