Why is it called Abhaya Mudra?
Abhaya Mudra is named after the Sanskrit word "Abhaya", meaning fearlessness, and "Mudra", meaning hand gesture. This yoga mudra is practiced to cultivate fearlessness, inner strength, and emotional stability in daily life and during different mental states.
How to Perform Abhaya Mudra (Step-by-Step Guide)
- Sit comfortably on the floor, yoga mat, or a chair based on your convenience.
- Assume a meditative posture such as Padmasana (Lotus Pose), Sukhasana (Easy Pose), or Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose). Alternatively, you can practice in a standing position like Tadasana (Mountain Pose).
- Relax your body and regulate your breathing with slow, deep inhalation and exhalation.
- Raise your right hand to chest level near the right shoulder.
- Turn the palm outward, facing forward, in a gesture of reassurance and openness.
- Keep the fingers extended and relaxed, with the thumb naturally positioned near the base of the index finger.
- Close your eyes and focus on the hand gesture, observing the subtle energy and vibrations.
- Maintain deep, calm, and steady breathing throughout the practice.
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