Healing Magic

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Dr.S.JeyanthiSiddha Physician, Wellness Consultant & Yoga Advocate

www.herbalhealing.in

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According to Siddha System,

“Nature is man and man is nature and therefore both are

essentially one.

Man is the microcosm and the Universe is

Macrocosm, because what exists in the

Universe exists in man”

The earth is the first element which gives fine shape to the body including bones, tissues, muscles, skin, hair etc.

Water is the second element representing blood, secretions of the glands, vital fluid etc.

Fire is the third element that gives motion, vigor, vitality to the body, it also helps digestion & circulation.

Air is the fourth element, which helps in respiration.

Above all, ether is the characteristic of man's mental and spiritual faculties.

Hearing is caused by the element ether

The 5 senses of man correspond to the 5

elements

Taste by the element Water

Smell by the element air

Seeing by the element fire

The sense of touch by the element earth

HOW DOES THE FIVE ELEMENTS

FORM TRIDOSHAS

Air & Ether - Vatha

Fire & Water - Pitta

Water & Earth - Kapha

These three cardinal humours

Vatha, pitha, kapha - are

responsible for a person’s

mental / physical qualities and

dispositions.

The fingers of the hand represent these five

elements individually.

The thumb represents fire,

The index finger represents air,

The middle finger represents space,

The ring finger represents earth &

The little finger represents water.

If these 5 elements are in

harmony with one another in the

body we are healthy. Imbalance in

these 5 elements leads to

imbalance in tridoshas which leads

to disease. Treatment is aimed at

the restoration of equilibrium of the

tridoshas.

WHAT ARE MUDRAS ??

It is a term used to signify a

gesture , mystic position of the hands , a symbol.

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PURPOSE BEHIND DOING MUDRAS ?

A disease free life , is the main aim of Mudra therapy.

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MUDRAS – CERTAIN BASIC

FACTS

There is no specific time that needs to be followed for most of the Mudras.

However the results are best when they are practiced on an empty stomach ,

early in the morning .

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MUDRAS – CERTAIN BASIC FACTS

Sit in Padmasana / Vajrasanaor Sukasana ( sitting cross

legged )

What is the best position to adapt

while doing mudra?

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SHOULD WE BE SEATED ON THE FLOOR TO DO MUDRAS ??

Those who cannot sit on the floor can do Mudras by sitting in the chair while their sole touches the floor or they can lie on

their back & do Mudras .


FACTS

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CONDITIONS WHEN ONE SHOULD NOT DO MUDRA?

In conditions like fever & immediately after taking food, we should not do Mudras


FACTS

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MUDRAS FOR

DAY TO DAY LIFE

Linga Mudra for combating cold climate (to generate immense heat within the body )

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How to do:

Bring both hands in front of your body and clasp them so that the fingers are intertwined.

Ensure that the left thumb is pointing vertically upwards and encircle it with the thumb and index finger of the right hand.


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Hold this posture for 15 minutes during morning / noon / night, while inhaling and exhaling normally.


When can you practice:

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IMPROVE MEMORY & CONCENTRATION WITH HAKINI MUDRA

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• Hold your hands up in front of you, so that your palms face each other, but do not touch.

• Bring the fingertips of your right hand towards the fingertips of your left hand so that they are touching each other.

• Move your gaze upwards• Focus your attention and breathe as deeply, slowly and smoothly as

possible

How to do

This mudra can be practiced at any time when you want to remember something .

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IMPROVE MEMORY & CONCENTRATION WITH HAKINI MUDRA

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Kubera Mudra For Confidence & Achieving Goals

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Kubera Mudra For Confidence & Achieving Goals

• Touch the tip of your thumb, index finger and

middle finger together.• Bend the other two fingers in toward the middle

of your hand.• Do this with both hands.• Hold for 10 minutes and repeat 2-3 times

throughout the day.

How & When to do:

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Reduce Anxiety with Anjali Mudra

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Reduce Anxiety with Anjali Mudra

Join your palms together in front of your

sternum. Press evenly through your hands as you join them, keeping equal pressure on each hand. Hold for up to 10 minutes, then release.

How & When to do:

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A Great way to combat lethargy – Prana Mudra

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1. Put the tips of the thumb, ring and little fingers together. Instead of touching the tips, another way is to put the thumb on the fingernails of the ring and little fingers.

2. Extend the middle and pointer fingers3. Use with both hands.4. As a treatment, do it 3 times a day for 15 minutes.5. Practice slow, deep and mindful breathing to magnify the

benefits.

How & When to do:

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• With Prana Mudra, HYPER ACTIVE CHILDREN

above 6 can get on track for success in all

areas of life.

• Patients suffering from stroke can do this

mudra with theunaffected hand and improve

their condition

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Can Mudras be combined with

medical tratments?

Sure. When combined with medical

treatment Mudras provide swift

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MUDRAS FOR

CHRONIC AILMENTS

- A GLANCE

MUDRAS FOR CHRONIC AILMENTS – A GLANCE

LEVEL 1 - Detoxification Mudra for 14 days

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How to do

Hold your thumbs onto the inside lower joint of the ring fingers


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Duration

15 to 20 minutes in a day, for 14 days



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Note

MUDRA FOR DETOXIFICATION is a comprehensive and a holistic process of cleansing the body of an individual.


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By the coordination of the 5 elements, ie.. the pancha bhutas will balance the body system. That’s how its known as samana which means balance.

Level 2. SAMANA VAYU MUDRA – 14 Days

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How to do

• The tip of the little finger, ring finger, middle finger

should touch the tip of the thumb .

• Apply mild pressure, there should be space

between the fingers.



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When to do

16 minutes per day


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LEVEL 3 UNLOAD WITH SUCHI MUDRA


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First clench both fists and hold them infront of your chest. While inhaling, stretch theright arm to the right and point the index fingerupward. At the same time, stretch your left armto the left. Hold this tension for 6 breaths andthen return to the basic position. Repeat sixtimes on both sides.

How to do



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• People with chronic constipation can do this

mudra 4 times a day.

• While travelling practice every morning after waking up.

Duration



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LIST OF CHRONIC AILMENTS & THE

APPROPRIATE MUDRA

1. REDUCE HYPERTENSION AND DEPRESSION WITH CHIN MUDRA

2.BHRAMARA MUDRA FOR RELIEF FROM ALLERGIC RHINITIS

3.VARUNA MUDRA FOR SINUSITIS

4. BACK MUDRA – AN EXCELLENT WAY TO TREAT LOWER BACK PAIN .

5.JOINT PAIN? TRY THIS MUDRA FOR RELIEF

6. SURABHI MUDRA FOR RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

7. FIRST AID FOR HEART ATTACK APAN VAYU MUDRA

8. SURYA MUDRA FOR HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

LEVEL - 4 MUDRAS FOR CHRONIC AILMENTS

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9.WEIGHT MANAGEMENT WITH SURYA – PRITHVI MUDRA

10. PREVENT & CONTROL DIABETES WITH APANA MUDRA

11. IMPROVE THYROID FUNCTION WITH SHANKH MUDRA (Shell Mudra)

12. MAKE HEADACHES DISAPPEAR WITH MAHASIRS MUDRA

13. AKASH MUDRA HELPS IN NAUSEA, VERTIGO & TRAVEL SICKNESS

14. ALLEVIATE THE SYMPTOMS OF ASTHMA WITH BRONCHIAL & ASTHMA MUDRA

15. STRENGTHEN YOUR HEART WITH GANESHA MUDRA

16. MRIGI MUDRA FOR EPILEPSY

LEVEL - 4 MUDRAS FOR CHRONIC AILMENTS

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On both hands, index finger should touch the

thumb, keep the little finger, ring finger & the middle finger straight. Keep the eyes closed.

How to do:


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16 X 3 -16 minutes, three times a day

Or

24 X 2 - 24 minutes, two times a day

Or

48 X 1 – 48 minutes, once a day

Duration


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Those suffering from insomnia can do this

mudra before bed time to ensure sound sleep

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• Place your index finger at the base of your thumb.

• Touch the tip of your thumb beside the fingernail of the middle finger

• Extend your ring and little fingers• Focus your attention and breathe as deeply, slowly and smoothly

as possible• Hold for several minutes and practice often

How to do


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7 X 4 - 7 minutes , 4 Times a day .

Or

28 minutes a day

Duration


Note:

Those suffering from skin allergies ( Rashes) can do Bhramara Mudra and get benefited.

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Join the tip of the little finger with the tip

of the thumb, keeping the ring finger, middle finger & forefinger straight.

How to do:


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24 minutes a day

When to do:

Note:

During rainy / winter season 15 minutes a day


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• Use both your hands for practicing this gesture. • Hold your palms up in front of you, with your fingers extended straight out• On your right hand, leave your index finger and ring finger extended and touch the tip of your thumb with the tips of your middle and little fingers.• At the same time place the thumb joint of your left hand on the nail of the index finger

How to do


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When to do

4 X 4 – 4 minutes, 4 times a day

Notes:

Those suffering from Disc Prolapse , Cord Compression can do this Mudra for 6 months and attain benefits


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5.Joint pain? Try this Mudra for relief

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• To do Joint mudra you need to connect

thumb and ring finger of your right hand •The thumb and middle finger of your left hand

How to do:


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When to do

15 X 4 – 4 times a day, for 15 minutes

Note:

Beneficial in conditions like Osteo

Arthritis , Peri Arthritis


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6. SURABHI MUDRA FOR

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

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The little finger of your left hand touches the ring finger

of your right hand. The little finger of your right hand touches

the ring finger of your left hand. At the same time, the middle

fingers of both hands touch the index fingers of the other.

The thumbs remain extended..

How to do



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When continued for 14 days, the pain and swelling in

the joints will start subsiding.

Note:

When to do

4 X 3, 4 minutes per time, 3 Times a day



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7. FIRST AID FOR HEART ATTACK

APAN VAYU MUDRA

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Sit down comfortably in any suitable posture. Breathe gently through your nostrils.

Now touch the tips of the middle and ring fingers to the tip of your thumb. Your little finger should point straight out. Bend index finger and press it to the base of the thumb

How to do


APAN VAYU MUDRA

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This finger position can have a first Aid

function when used at the first sign of a heart attack

Practice 3 times a day for 15 minutes as a course of

treatment

Note:


APAN VAYU MUDRA

When to do

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(presence of high levels of cholesterol in the blood )

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Place the tip of the ring finger on the

base of the thumb and apply mild pressure

of the thumb on the ring finger.



How to do

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This mudra when combined with proper diet and exersice,reduces LDL , VLDL , TGL effectively.

8 to 12 minutes during summer and

20 minutes during winter

Note



When to do

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SURYA MUDRA

•Stand or sit up straight.

•Hold your hands out in front of you.

•Bend the ring finger of each hand so that its tip touches

the mound of your thumb.

•Press down on your ring finger with your thumb.

•Ensure that the other fingers are spread out straight.

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PRITHVI MUDRA


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HOW TO DO PRITHVI MUDRA

Touch the tip off the ring finger of each

hand to the tip of the thumb. The rest of the

fingers should be pointing straight.


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WHEN TO DO SURYA - PRITHVI MUDRA

• SURYA MUDRA – 20 minutes in the morning

• PRITHVI MUDRA – 20 minutes in the evening When continued for 3 to 6 months,

ensures reduction in weight.


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10. PREVENT & CONTROL DIABETES

WITH APANA MUDRA

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How to do

•Sit up straight.

•Bring your hands in front of you and bend the

middle and ring finger and thumb so that their tips

touch each other.

•Your index and little finger should be pointing

straight.


WITH APANA MUDRA

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15 X 3 : 15 minutes, 3 times

per day


WITH APANA MUDRA

When to do

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11. IMPROVE THYROID FUNCTION WITH SHANKH

MUDRA (Shell Mudra)

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MUDRA (Shell Mudra)

How to form the Shankh mudra: The left

thumb is placed on the center of the right palm.

The right hand forms a firm grip around the left

thumb. The left hand rests against the right fist.

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16 X 3 = 48 16 minutes , 3 times per day totally 48 minutes

When to do

Note:

When done continuously, prevents Tonsilitis. Improves speech in people who Stammer.


MUDRA (Shell Mudra)

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12. MAKE HEADACHES DISAPPEAR WITH

MAHASIRS MUDRA

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• Place your ring finger into the fold of the thumb.

• Touch the tips of your thumb, index and middle

finger.

• Do this with both hands.

• Hold it as long as necessary

• Keep little finger straight

How to do


MAHASIRS MUDRA

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6 X 3 : 6 minutes, 3 times per day

When to do

Note:

This mudra relieves tension in the neck,

hence more beneficial for those who work in the

IT industries


MAHASIRS MUDRA

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13. AKASH MUDRA HELPS IN NAUSEA, VERTIGO &

TRAVEL SICKNESS

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Join the tip of your middle finger with the tip of thumb of both hands, press little and keep rest of the fingers straight. Now, keep your hands near the knee with palms facing upwards. Sit in this position for 15 minutes, 3 times a day.

HOW & WHEN TO DO

13. AKASH MUDRA HELPS IN NAUSEA, VERTIGO &

TRAVEL SICKNESS

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BRONCHIAL MUDRA

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• Place the tip of your little finger at the base of your thumb, the tip of your ring finger on the upper thumb joint and the tip of your middle finger at the tip of the thumb• Extend your index finger so that it is straight• Practice this gesture with one or both hand for about 5 minutes each day

HOW TO DO BRONCHIAL MUDRA


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Asthma mudra


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Touch the base of your palms and bend your middle fingers, so that they touch each other.Press the fingernails of your middle fingers together, while keeping all your other finger extended

How to do asthma mudra


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For an acute attack of Asthma first use Bronchial

Mudra for 6 minutes then practice Asthma Mudra until

the breathing becomes normal

For long term management, hold both Mudras for 5 minutes, 4 times a day.

When to do


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15. Strengthen your Heart with Ganesha Mudra

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Bring both hands in front of your chest with your elbows bent.Position the left hand with the palm facing outwards in such a way that your thumb points towards your solar plexus and your little finger points towards your collar bone.Form a claw by bending the four fingers of your left hand and clasp them with the four fingers of your right hand. In this position, your right palm should be facing towards your chest.

HOW & WHEN TO DO GANESHA MUDRA

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•Inhale deeply. On the exhale, try to pull both arms apart while keeping all eight fingers locked. Feel the stretch along your shoulders and chest.•Inhale once more and relax your arms while maintaining the Ganesh Mudra lock.•Repeat this process six times.•Interchange your hands, with your right palm facing outwards and the left palm facing inwards and repeat this process 6 times.


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16 MRIGI MUDRA FOR EPILEPSY

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Touch the tip of the thumb with the middle portion of ring & middle finger, leave the index and little finger straight. The looks are like a face of a deer, that’s why its known as “mrigi’.

Those who are suffering from epilepsy can practise Mrigi mudra, 30 minutes a day.

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How & When to do

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Dr.S.JeyanthiSiddha Physician, Wellness Consultant & Yoga Advocate

www.herbalhealing.in

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