{"id":2417,"date":"2023-05-09T19:54:16","date_gmt":"2023-05-09T23:54:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/10-powerful-mudras-to-practice-on-your-journey-to-enlightenment-soul\/"},"modified":"2023-05-09T19:54:16","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T23:54:16","slug":"10-powerful-mudras-to-practice-on-your-journey-to-enlightenment-soul","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/10-powerful-mudras-to-practice-on-your-journey-to-enlightenment-soul\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Powerful Mudras to Practice on Your Journey to Enlightenment Soul"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/hop.clickbank.net\/?affiliate=infohatch&amp;vendor=J1R2C\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10614 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/profit-gen400px.png\" alt=\"Profit Gen\" width=\"400\" height=\"217\" srcset=\"http:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/profit-gen400px.png 400w, http:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/profit-gen400px-300x163.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Hand gestures are part of our communication, and some of them speak louder than words. By accident or not, some of the most commonly used ones in Western cultures resemble ancient Eastern hand gestures, known as mudras.<\/p>\n<p>These are the energetic \u201cseals\u201d you can use to benefit your mind, body, and spirit. And some of them are thought to be essential tools for reaching enlightenment.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you aspire to learn how you can use your hands to improve your well-being, here\u2019s your easy beginner\u2019s guide to mudras for healing and spiritual growth:<\/p>\n<p>The great thing is, it\u2019s no longer privy to yogis and gurus alone. This powerful tool can be easily learned by anyone who aspires to unlock their fullest potential and master their lives.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-mudras\">What Are the Mudras?<\/h2>\n<p>The word \u201cmudra\u201d stands for \u201cseal.\u201d So mudras are used in the Buddhist and Hindu practices of yoga to create an \u201cenergetic seal\u201d within the body.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For example, in Hatha yoga, it\u2019s a tool for connecting two points of energy in the body. Also, it\u2019s a way of channeling energy from the root chakra to the crown chakra to achieve higher states of consciousness.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sadhguru<\/strong>, a venerated yogi and trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s <em>A Yogi\u2019s Guide to Joy<\/em> Quest, defines them as <em>\u201ca subtle science of arranging your body in a certain way.\u201d<\/em> He explains that your system\u2019s functions can be altered just by changing the positions of your palms.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This is a whole science by itself, which essentially involves the geometry and circuitry of the body.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-practicing-mudras\">Benefits of Practicing Mudras<\/h2>\n<p>So, what are mudras used for? Mudras are utilized to awaken the divine spiritual power and balance energy within the body.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As a result, you reap a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9347266\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plethora of benefits<\/a> for your physical and mental health and well-being, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Improved physical health,<\/li>\n<li>Reduced stress and anxiety,<\/li>\n<li>Increased focus and concentration,<\/li>\n<li>Enhanced spiritual awareness,<\/li>\n<li>Improved sleep, and\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Pain relief.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When combined with <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mindvalley.com\/breathwork\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">breathing exercises<\/a>, it can improve immunity and minimize respiratory issues.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-hand-mudras-work\">How Do Hand Mudras Work?<\/h2>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/ayurvedic-medicine-in-depth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ayurvedic medicine<\/a>, our hands hold the endpoints of energetic pathways carrying <em>prana<\/em> (life force energy) through our bodies. These energy pathways are called meridians (the same meridians used in acupuncture and reflexology).<\/p>\n<p>Our fingers also serve as connection points to the five elements: fire, air, space\/ether, earth, and water. Hand mudras manipulate the flow of prana by connecting different meridians with these elements and redirecting the flow of certain energies from the hands back into the body.<\/p>\n<p>Modern medicine has shown that our hands contain hundreds of thousands of nerve endings. These nerves originate in the brain, circulate the body (along with blood vessels), and end as highly sensitive and receptive points in the hands and fingertips.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Most importantly, you can measure your subtle energy levels through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/347712588_Electro-photonic_Imaging_measure_your_subtle_energy_level\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electro-photonic imaging (EPI) technique<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-mudras-work\">Do Mudras work?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, they do work, but they do not stand alone. They are just one component of the mind-body experience during meditation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>From a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5934951\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scientific standpoint<\/a>, practicing mudras for five minutes doesn\u2019t make much difference. However, mudra practiced for a longer time showed a significant change in the subtle energy levels and overall physical state.<\/p>\n<p>According to<strong> Emily Fletcher,<\/strong> meditation teacher and trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s <em>The M Word <\/em>Quest, mudras are a useful tool for amplifying your meditation practice and deepening your connection with the inner self.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-mudras-in-yoga\">What Are the Mudras in Yoga?<\/h2>\n<p>They are practiced in yoga to encourage balance, intention, and life energy. So, how many mudras are there?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>The list of mudras used in yoga is endless.<\/strong> But the classical yogic texts place an emphasis on only twenty hand gestures out of the thousands depicted.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>In Indian culture, for everything, they identified a particular asana, a mudra, and a particular kind of breathing, so that a human being brings out the best in themselves.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><cite><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-style: normal;\">\u2014 Sadhguru, trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s <\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">A Yogi\u2019s Guide to Joy <\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-style: normal;\">Quest<\/span><\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mindvalley.com\/yoga-mudra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yoga mudras<\/a> are also used as symbols in statues of the Buddha and of Hindu deities. Typically, statues of Buddhas often depict the hand gesture they held during their moment of enlightenment.<\/p>\n<p>Also, schools in Asia often have statues of Buddha at the entrance of each building holding the Vitarka mudra, the mudra of teaching.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Since the effect of mudras is often subtle and lightly felt, mudras are often practiced in stillness, with breath work (pranayama), and active yoga practices.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-types-of-mudras\">What Are the Types of Mudras?<\/h2>\n<p>To begin directing the flow of prana in the body, a single mudra should be intentionally held for at least ten minutes. One of the most vital elements of practicing mudras is to do so with intention, presence, and mindfulness.<\/p>\n<p>On top of that, according to<strong> Anodea Judith,<\/strong> the world\u2019s leading chakra expert and trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s<em> Chakra Healing <\/em>Quest, each mudra corresponds to a specific chakra and can be used to balance and stimulate the energy center.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the ten most commonly practiced mudras:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-the-gyan-mudra-seal-of-knowledge\">1. The Gyan mudra: seal of knowledge<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mindvalley.com\/gyan-mudra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Gyan mudra<\/a> is used for meditating, integrating wisdom gained while in meditation, and bringing awareness to the breath. This yoga mudra is often paired with deep breathing while focusing on sending the diaphragm as deep as possible into the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mindvalley.com\/root-chakra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">root chakra<\/a> with every breath.<\/p>\n<p>The Gyan mudra activates the root chakra by directing the flow of prana toward the legs and base. It also stimulates the element of air in the body.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Typically, while sitting cross-legged in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yogaoutlet.com\/guides\/how-to-do-lotus-pose-in-yoga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lotus position<\/a>, place the tips of your index finger and thumb together while keeping your other fingers relaxed and straight.<\/li>\n<li>The direction your palms face varies in different types of yoga\u2014facing your palms upward will help you connect to celestial wisdom, while facing them downward will create a grounding effect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan.webp\" alt=\"The Gyan mudra: seal of knowledge\" class=\"wp-image-67226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/122e1786-mudras-mindvalley-blog-gyan-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-the-shuni-mudra-seal-of-patience\">2. The Shuni mudra: seal of patience<\/h3>\n<p>This yoga mudra is used to purify emotions and thoughts. By practicing this mudra, you can develop greater discipline and determination.<\/p>\n<p>The Shuni Mudra activates both fire and space, so it\u2019s a great tool to attain mental clarity and increase focus.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Perform this mudra by touching the middle finger to the thumb while keeping the other three fingers straight and relaxed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni.webp\" alt=\"The Shuni mudra: seal of patience\" class=\"wp-image-67227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/e22f9666-mudras-mindvalley-blog-shuni-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-the-prithvi-mudra-the-seal-of-earth\">3. The Prithvi mudra: the seal of earth<\/h3>\n<p>This yoga mudra brings the earth element back into the body. This connection with Earth strengthens your body and fosters many healing benefits.<\/p>\n<p>It helps fight fatigue, pain, and problems with skin and hair (among numerous other ailments, like paralysis and osteoporosis). It also stimulates the root chakra and brings energy to one\u2019s primal instincts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>While sitting, ideally in the lotus position, place the tips of your thumb and ring finger together while keeping the other fingers straight and relaxed.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your palm facing outward, fingers up, and comfortably hold your hand around chest level.<\/li>\n<li>Hold this mudra for 30 minutes or more to activate its full healing effects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi.webp\" alt=\"The Prithvi mudra: the seal of earth\" class=\"wp-image-67228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/62fc310a-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prithvi-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-the-surya-mudra-the-seal-of-fire\">4. The Surya mudra: the seal of fire<\/h3>\n<p>This yoga mudra is similar to the Prithvi Mudra in hand position; however, the difference in hand position activates the fire element (thumb) while neutralizing the earth element (ring finger).<\/p>\n<p>It is used to improve digestion and metabolism and can help with weight loss. It can also help fight colds by increasing core body temperature (hence, activating the fire element).<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bend your ring finger so that your top knuckle touches the pad of your thumb. Keep your other fingers straight and relaxed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya.webp\" alt=\"The Surya mudra: the seal of fire\" class=\"wp-image-67229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/11f3033c-mudras-mindvalley-blog-surya-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-the-vayu-mudra-the-seal-of-air\">5. The Vayu mudra: the seal of air<\/h3>\n<p>The Vayu mudra balances air in the system, bringing it back into its proper flow, so it\u2019s good for gas-related pain, flatulence, joint pain, bloating, and abdominal discomfort.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Because the element air also corresponds to the mental state, it\u2019s used to calm the mind and reduce anxiety and stress-related issues.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press the index finger to the base of your thumb, applying slight pressure.<\/li>\n<li>Combine it with breathing exercises.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu.webp\" alt=\"The Vayu mudra: the seal of air\" class=\"wp-image-67230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/2120ed78-mudras-mindvalley-blog-vayu-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-the-prana-mudra-the-seal-of-life-energy\">6. The Prana mudra: the seal of life energy<\/h3>\n<p>This yoga mudra helps you connect to your life force. It awakens the dormant energy contained within you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you need to calm your mind and body and reduce stress, you can practice the Prana mudra to promote relaxation. It is also thought to improve mental focus and ease nervousness and fatigue<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Connect the tip of your thumb with both the ring and pinky fingers (like making a peace sign). Keep the index and middle fingers extended.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana.webp\" alt=\"The Prana mudra: the seal of life energy\" class=\"wp-image-67231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/157818a5-mudras-mindvalley-blog-prana-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-the-dhyana-mudra-the-seal-of-meditation\">7. The Dhyana mudra: the seal of meditation<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mindvalley.com\/dhyana-mudra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Dhyana mudra<\/a> is one of the oldest mudras and was used before yogis integrated it into meditation. Found throughout Buddhist and East Asian culture, it\u2019s said that Gautama Buddha reached enlightenment by practicing the \u201cseal of meditation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It brings deep contemplation, reflection, and inner peace associated with the meditative mind state. Practicing it will help you improve your ability to focus on meditation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Place your right hand over your left hand, with just the fingers overlapping. Keep your palms facing up and resting in your lap, while connecting your thumbs together in a triangular shape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>This mudra is used in a number of different meditation postures, including seated, standing, and walking meditations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana.webp\" alt=\"The Dhyana mudra: the seal of meditation\" class=\"wp-image-67225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/0bba818f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-dhyana-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-the-rudra-mudra-the-seal-of-shiva\">8. The Rudra mudra: the seal of Shiva<\/h3>\n<p>Associated with Shiva, it refers to your internal transformative abilities and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mindvalley.com\/solar-plexus-chakra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personal power<\/a>. This is why this mudra is used to balance the solar plexus chakra.<\/p>\n<p>It also helps improve clarity and concentration of thought, so if you deal with dizziness, brain fog, or exhaustion, this mudra can help you energize your mind and body.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Connect your thumb to your index and ring fingers while keeping your other two fingers as straight as you can.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra.webp\" alt=\"The Rudra mudra: the seal of Shiva\" class=\"wp-image-67232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/5a36f239-mudras-mindvalley-blog-rudra-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-the-apana-mudra-the-seal-of-purification\">9. The Apana mudra: the seal of purification<\/h3>\n<p>It is specifically used to detoxify and purify the body and balance the elements of fire, space, and earth within it.<\/p>\n<p>Not only does it promote waste elimination, but it also boosts physical, emotional, and mental digestion.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bring your second and third fingers to your thumb while keeping your index finger and little finger straight and extended.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana.webp\" alt=\"The Apana mudra: the seal of purification\" class=\"wp-image-67224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/cf2186a4-mudras-mindvalley-blog-apana-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-the-ganesha-mudra-the-seal-of-ganesha\">10. The Ganesha mudra: the seal of Ganesha<\/h3>\n<p>Named after the first Hindu deity, Ganesha, it\u2019s a remover of obstacles. So it\u2019s great for releasing obstructions and overcoming challenges in your life.<\/p>\n<p>It also corresponds to the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mindvalley.com\/heart-chakra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">heart chakra<\/a>, bringing your attention and energy into the heart space. So if you aspire to open up your heart and cultivate more compassion, incorporating this mudra into your meditation will help you do just that.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Place your left hand in front of your chest with your palm facing outward and your left thumb down.<\/li>\n<li>Place your right hand in front of your left, with your right palm facing toward you and your left palm.<\/li>\n<li>Lock your fingers together like a claw, holding them with the four fingers of your opposite hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2502\" height=\"2502\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha.webp\" alt=\"The Ganesha mudra: the seal of Ganesha\" class=\"wp-image-67233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha.webp 2502w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha-344x344.webp 344w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha-214x214.webp 214w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/mv-prod-blog-en-assets\/2023\/05\/57efa27f-mudras-mindvalley-blog-ganesha-540x540.webp 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2502px) 100vw, 2502px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-consciously-create-a-life-you-love\">Consciously Create a Life You Love<\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s a difference between a practice and a tool. The latter can\u2019t stand alone but complements the practice.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In the same way, mudras can be a complementary tool to your meditation, chakra healing, and other spiritual practices, making them a much more powerful and beneficial tool for upleveling all areas of your life.<\/p>\n<p>If you aspire to take your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being to new heights, Mindvalley is the right place to be. Here, you can learn from spiritual teachers like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>The M Word <\/em><\/strong>with Emily Fletcher to help you make meditation a habit;<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>A Yogi\u2019s Guide to Joy<\/em><\/strong> with Sadhguru to learn how to become fully alive; and<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chakra Healing<\/strong> with Anodea Judith to become whole.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The great thing is that you can sample classes from this Quest by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/signup\/?utm_source=blog_inline_link&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_freemium&amp;utm_medium=end_of_article&amp;otag=mv_blog_freemium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>unlocking your free access<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Welcome in.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hop.clickbank.net\/?affiliate=infohatch&amp;vendor=J1R2C\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10614 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/profit-gen400px.png\" alt=\"Profit Gen\" width=\"400\" height=\"217\" srcset=\"http:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/profit-gen400px.png 400w, http:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/profit-gen400px-300x163.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hand gestures are part of our communication, and some of them speak louder than words. 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