Using breathing techniques to reduce anxiety
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NADI SHODHANA : Alternate Nostril Breathing Technique
“Everything is within your power, and your power is within you.”
During this high anxiety time, it's important to remember to use your breath to bring calmness to your body. Evelina Hinojosa, an Ayurvedic practitioner, is going to take us through a simple breathing exercise to help clear the mind. The beauty of our bodies is that we can self-heal. Watch Evelyn Hinojosa share this technique on AARYAH Instagram story
NADI SHODHANA - Alternate Nostril Breathing Technique
Benefits :
Reduction of stress & anxiety
Calms the nervous system
Promotes mental clarity
Helps to alleviate respiratory allergies
Take a screenshot of this image and use it to refer back to:
Sit comfortably while closing your eyes
Right thumb over the right nostril, while placing right index & middle finger over the 3rd eye
Right thumb over the right nostril, while placing right index & middle finger over the 3rd eye
Inhale from the left nostril - 5 counts
Hold the breath - 5 counts
Alternate and cover the left nostril with your ring finger
Exhale from the right nostril - 5 counts
Inhale from the right nostril - 5 counts
Hold the breath - 5 counts
Alternate and cover the right nostril with right thumb
Exhale from the left nostril- 5 counts
Repeat for 5-10 mins based on comfort level
*DISCLAIMER: Please don't try if you have a cold or are pregnant.*
Stay Well, Be Well.
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Team AARYAH
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