Langhana Pranayama
Langhana Pranayama Introduction Langhana Pranayama is a calming, balancing, and energy-reducing breath-control technique in yoga. The word Langhana means “to reduce, diminish, or relax.” This practice is particularly effective for calming the mind, reducing stress, and balancing overactive energy in the body. It is often recommended for conditions of hyperactivity, hypertension, anxiety, and restlessness. […]
Anuloma Pranayama
Anuloma Pranayama Introduction Anuloma Pranayama is a calming, balancing, and purifying breathing technique in yoga. Unlike the energizing Brahmana Pranayama, it belongs to the Langhana (reducing/relaxing) group. The practice involves controlled breathing through both nostrils in a regulated sequence, promoting mental clarity, balance of prana, and emotional stability. Definition Anuloma Pranayama is a yogic […]
Brahmana Pranayama
Brahmana Pranayama Introduction Brahmana Pranayama is an energizing and expansive breathing practice designed to increase prana (life-force), heat, and vitality in the body. It belongs to the category of stimulating pranayamas and is often practiced to overcome fatigue, dullness, or low energy. The word Brahmana comes from Brahman—the infinite, all-pervading consciousness, signifying expansion. Definition […]
Chandra Anuloma Viloma Pranayama
Chandra Anuloma Viloma Pranayama Introduction Chandra Anuloma Viloma Pranayama, often called Moon-Purification Alternate Nostril Breathing, is a calming pranayama practice where breathing is predominantly regulated through the left nostril (Ida Nadi). This activates the lunar, cooling, and parasympathetic qualities, promoting relaxation, introspection, and mental balance. Definition A pranayama practice that involves slow inhalation through […]
Bhramari Pranayama (Humming Bee Breath)
Bhramari Pranayama (Humming Bee Breath) Introduction Bhramari Pranayama is a calming and meditative breathing practice in which a humming sound (like a bee) is produced during exhalation. It soothes the nervous system, reduces stress, and enhances concentration. Definition Bhramari Pranayama is a yogic breathing practice where exhalation is accompanied by a gentle humming sound, […]
Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
Nadi Shodhana Pranayama Introduction & Definition Nadi Shodhana Pranayama is a yogic breathing practice where inhalation and exhalation are alternated between nostrils. “Alternate Nostril Breathing” balances energy channels, calms the nervous system, and harmonizes the mind. Recognized as one of the safest pranayamas suitable for all levels. Meaning & Etymology Nadi = Energy channel […]
Kapalabhati Pranayama
Kapalabhati Pranayama Introduction Kapalabhati is one of the six classical Shat-Karmas (cleansing techniques) described in Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Though categorized as a purification practice, it is also considered a powerful pranayama when practiced mindfully. It cleanses the respiratory passages, energizes the nervous system, and awakens pranic flow in the subtle body. It is often practiced […]
yā kundendutuṣārahāradhavalā yā śubhravastrāvṛtā
YĀ KUNDENDU TUṢĀRAHĀRADHAVALĀ YĀ ŚUBHRAVASTRĀVṚTĀ yā kundendutuṣārahāradhavalā yā śubhravastrāvṛtā yā vīṇāvaradaṇḍamaṇḍitakarā yā śvetapadmāsanā . yā brahmācyuta śaṃkaraprabhṛtibhirdevaiḥ sadā pūjitā sā māṃ pātu sarasvati bhagavatī niḥśeṣajāḍyāpahā ..1.. Sarasvatī, Bhagavatī, is of fair complexion like the necklace which is as white as the jasmine, moon and snow, who is dressed in white clothes, whose hands adorn […]
śruti smṛti purāṇānām ālayama karuṇālayam
ŚRUTI SMṚTI PURĀṆĀNĀM ĀLAYAMA KARUṆĀLAYAM śruti smṛti purāṇānām ālayama karuṇālayam. namāmi bhagavatpādama śaṅkaraṃ loka śaṅkaram.. I bow at the feet of the Lord in the form Sri Sankaracharya, who is the blessing for humanity, who is the shrine for the sruti, the smrti and the purana, and, who is the abode of compassion. This […]
śrī rāma rāma rāmeti rame rāme manorame
ŚRĪ RĀMA RĀMA RĀMETI RAME RĀME MANORAME śrī rāma rāma rāmeti rame rāme manorame. sahasranāma tat tulyaṃ rāmanāma varānane .. In chanting his name again and again, ‘śrīrāma rāma rāma,’ I discover joy in Lord Rāma who pleases my heart and whose face is a blessing. His name is equal to the one thousand […]