When situations change in our lives, we tend to get anxious. While it is not possible to eliminate the feeling of anxiety from the mind, it is possible to manage and control it so that it does not affect our daily lives.
As we come to the end of this series, let us look at Bhramari Pranayama or the humming bee sound to manage our anxiety. This posture instantly calms down the mind and is one of the best breathing exercises to help the mind get rid of anger, agitation, frustration or anxiety.
Note: Though these postures are easy to do and can be practised at home as all the other exercises, it’s advisable to consult a doctor before starting them.
BRHAMARI PRANAYAMA
Procedure
1. Sit in any comfortable position keeping your back straight and your shoulders relaxed.
2. Use your thumb to plug your ears so that you cannot hear any outside sound.
3. Now take a deep breath in and push the chest out.
4. As you exhale, produce a humming sound like a bee and prolong it as long as your breath lasts.
5. Repeat this for 10-15 rounds and then be seated quietly in the same position for a few seconds for the vibrations to be absorbed into the mind.
Benefits
1. Instant way to relieve tension, anger and anxiety. It is a very effective breathing technique for people suffering from hypertension as it calms down the agitated mind.
2. Gives relief if you are feeling hot or have a mild headache.
3. Improves concentration and memory.
4. Builds confidence.
5. Helps in reducing blood pressure.
Caution: This pose is practised on an empty stomach.
