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Udgeeth Pranayama
Udgeeth Pranayama
Method of Practice
Method of Practice: Udgeeth Pranayama
- 01 Sit comfortably in Sukhasana (Easy Pose) with your spine erect. This pranayama may also be practiced while sitting upright on a chair.
- 02 Close your eyes and rest your hands on your knees in Gyan Mudra (touching the tips of the thumb and index finger together).
- 03 Inhale slowly and deeply through the nose.
- 04 As you exhale, chant “Om (AUM)” in a slow, rhythmic, and continuous manner. The “O” sound should be prolonged for approximately 85% of the exhalation, while the “U” and “M” sounds together should occupy the remaining 15%.
- 05 Repeat this practice 5–10 times, or continue for the desired duration.
Benefits
Benefits of Udgeeth Pranayama
- Udgeeth Pranayama calms the mind and promotes deep mental relaxation.
- It may help reduce stress, anxiety, fear, anger, and symptoms of emotional distress.
- By promoting relaxation and balanced autonomic nervous system activity, it may help support healthy blood pressure.
- It encourages slow, deep breathing, improves mental focus, and enhances emotional well-being.
- Practicing Udgeeth before bedtime may help improve sleep quality and provide relief from insomnia.
- The soothing vibrations produced during the chanting of Om (AUM) promote a sense of inner peace and mindfulness.
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