Apan Vayu Mudra

This is believed to be a very powerful mudra – reducing anxiety and soothing the heart.

Begin by folding the forefingers down towards the base of the thumbs and then connect the middle and ring-finger tips to the thumb tips. This is done with both hands. Place the hands comfortably on the thighs and, sitting in an upright meditation position, close the eyes and become still.

To achieve best results, practice twice per day for 5 to 10 minutes.

Some recorded benefits are

• relief from a heavy heart eg sadness, grief, worry,

• better circulation
• reduces sense of anxiety and overwhelm

You can read more about mudras and their healing benefits here