Yoga Postures >> Karana Mudra (Gesture of Warding Off Negativity) Yoga Posture
Why is it called Karana Mudra?
Karana Mudra, also known as the Gesture of Warding Off Negativity, is traditionally associated with the Buddha. This powerful yoga hand gesture is believed to remove obstacles, dispel negative energy, and promote mental clarity, positivity, and spiritual awareness.
How to Perform Karana Mudra
Sit comfortably on the floor, yoga mat, or a chair, according to your convenience.
Assume any comfortable meditation posture, such as Padmasana (Lotus Pose), Sukhasana (Easy Pose), or Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose).
Relax your body and take a few slow, deep breaths to calm the mind and establish a natural breathing rhythm.
Raise your right hand to heart level with the palm facing outward.
Bend the middle and ring fingers toward the palm, and gently press the tip of the thumb against the middle finger. Keep the index and little fingers extended comfortably.
Rest your left hand on your left knee with the palm facing upward and the fingers naturally extended.
Close your eyes and focus your attention on the raised hand. Observe the subtle sensations, vibrations, and flow of energy within the body.
Continue breathing slowly, deeply, and naturally throughout the practice.
Benefits of Karana Mudra
Helps remove negative energy and mental obstacles.
Improves moral judgment, helping you distinguish between right and wrong while filtering out toxic or negative influences.
Improves concentration, mental clarity, and mindfulness.
Supports spiritual growth and higher states of awareness.
Promotes a balanced flow of Prana (life force energy) throughout your body to remove energetic blockages, boost vitality, and restore mind-body balance.
Promotes inner peace, emotional stability, and positive thinking.
Precautions
Practice Karana Mudra in a quiet, clean, and peaceful environment to achieve the best results.
Affirmation Chanting: Combine your deep breathing with positive visual affirmations:
On Inhalation: Silently repeat, "All obstacles are being removed."
On Exhalation: Silently repeat, "All negative energy is leaving my body."
Final Pose Picture
Best Books on Yoga
Yoga The Path to Holistic Health: The Definitive Step-by-Step Guide by B.K.S. Iyengar
The Complete Book of Vinyasa Yoga: The Authoritative Presentation-Based on 30 Years of Direct Study Under the Legendary Yoga Teacher Krishnamacha by Srivatsa Ramaswami
