Shunya Mudra

• Usage:

  This mudra helps to connect your mind. Also helpful for ear issues - form mudra with hand on same side as ear being treated. ("Shunya" refers to 'zero' or 'sky' in Sanskrit.)

• Description:

  Spread out fingers. Bend middle finger, and place the fore part of the middle finger on the thumb pad. Press it down with the thumb. Straighten out the other fingers.

• Duration:

  30-45 minutes

Prana Mudra

• Usage:

  Improves eyesight, increases "life force" energy, vitality, and self confidence. Useful for people feeling nervous, tired, or weak, or for treating life-threatening illnesses. Along with the Apan Vayu Mudra, precedes meditation by the Yogis and saints.

• Description:

  Touch tip of ring finger and smallest finger to tip of thumb, with remaining fingers touching each other and extended straight out.

• Duration:

  Can be done for any length of time, any time, any place, as even small amounts of this mudra are beneficial.

Aakash Mudra

• Usage:

  Useful in treating illnesses related to hearing, and strengthening bones. Also helpful in realeasing tensions and calming the mind. As a precaution, this mudra should not be practiced while walking.

• Description:

  Touch tip of middle finger to tip of thumb, with remaining fingers extended straight out.

• Duration:

  Best times are morning or afternoon, ideally for up to 45 minutes