Bhakya Kumbaka Meditation

Bhakya Kumbakil denotes outer retention. This technique is meant to fully relax body and mind.

When we inhale we bring Prana (life energy) into the body. This gives strength to the body and keeps it in good condition. When we exhale, the chest is constricted and pure blood is pumped from the heart to the rest of the body. With the flow of fresh blood the whole body is refreshed and replenished. The body thus gets energy while inhaling and relaxes after exhalation.

Between exhalation and inhalation there is a pause. This is the pause of relaxation. The present meditation technique is based on this principle.

Technique

Sit relaxed in any posture or lie down.

Inhale deeply, and without pause exhale slowly and deeply.

After exhalation, maintain outer retention for about ten seconds or for as long as you feel comfortable holding your breath. During this pause mentally repeat the word RELAX five or ten times. Then inhale.

Benefits

Fifteen minutes of this meditation will give you the kind of relaxation you may not have experienced all your life. This is one of the most efficacious techniques to secure relicl from tension, stress and anxiety.