ANULOM VILOM
(Alternate Nostril Breathing)
Known for its calming and balancing effects, regular practice of this breathing exercise can help reduce anxiety, promote mental clarity, and balance the flow of prana, life.
Steps:
- Sit comfortably in a cross-legged position or on a chair with your spine straight.
- Close your right nostril with your right thumb and inhale slowly and deeply through your left nostril.
- Close your left nostril with your ring finger and release your right nostril.
- Exhale slowly and completely through your right nostril.
- Keeping your left nostril closed, inhale through your right nostril.
- Close your right nostril again with your right thumb and release your left nostril.
- Exhale slowly and completely through your left nostril.
- This completes one cycle. Repeat for 5-10 minutes, focusing on slow, deep, and controlled breathing.
- Relax with your eyes closed for a few moments, noticing the effects of the asana on your body and mind.