Prāṇāyāma Pointer 8 – Mṛgi Mudrā and nostril flow……

When using Mṛgi Mudrā to control the nostril flow in Prāṇāyāma,
the ring finger and thumb remain as if glued onto the nostrils,
with one nostril being fully closed and one nostril partially closed,
with adjustments to the pressure according to technique and ratio.
Even when using Ujjāyī within techniques such as Anuloma Ujjāyī,
the finger and thumb remain as if sealed on the sides of the nostrils.
Externally it’s as if there is nothing to observe in terms of the body.
Internally there is a vibrant flow within the dynamics of the breath.

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Prāṇāyāma Pointer 7 – Antar Kumbhaka and lengthening the breath……

When using the Antar Kumbhaka to lengthen the breath,
always factor in its effect on the length of the exhale.
It should be able to stay the same length and quality.
If it is affected, change the length of the Kumbhaka,
rather than compromising the flow of the breath.

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Prāṇāyāma Pointer 6 – Bhāvana for refining Nāḍī Śodhana

One aspect in the refinement of Nāḍī Śodhana is
the experience of the breath as a subtle vibration
rather than an audible sound.

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Prāṇāyāma Pointer 5 – Bhāvana for exploring Kumbhaka

Explore the Antar Kumbhaka with a soft holding.
Explore the Bāhya Kumbhaka with a firm surrender.

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Prāṇāyāma can be practiced
as a Four Quadrant Tool to
influence the flow of the Mind.

1. As a tool in the Morning.
Here it can be practiced as a
Means to Hone the Mind.

2. As a Tool in the Afternoon.
Here it can be practiced as a
Means to Refresh the Mind.

3. As a Tool in the Evening.
Here it can be practiced as a
Means to Settle the Mind.

4. As a Tool in the Night.
Here it can be practiced as a
Means to Clear the Mind.

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Glossary of Āsana and Mudrā Practice Techniques
– Grouped into Standing, Kneeling, Lying,
Inverted, Backbend, Seated & Sitting Categories

Glossary of Prāṇāyāma & Bandha Practice Techniques
– Grouped into Primary, Secondary & Ancillary Techniques

Prāṇāyāma Pointer 3 – Pratiloma Ujjāyī is a……

Pratiloma Ujjāyī is
a gentle and gracious
Prāṇāyāma technique.

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Prāṇāyāma Pointer 1 – The Breath is a mirror

The movement of the breath is a
mirror to the movement of the mind.
– Haṭha Pradīpikā Chapter Two verse 2

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