After working with the Hakini mudra for a week, I can certainly attest to the physical benefits of this hand position. It is an excellent release for computer-weary fingers and provides a wonderful release for the hands. While visiting the Asian sculpture in the National Gallery over the weekend, I took notice of the number of pieces that contained yogic/mudra positions. I’m looking forward to my ROM visit in several weeks. In other news, I will be teaching some private yoga classes in Kitchener this fall.

Hakini Mudra
Powers the brain. Helps Thinking and Concentration.

Considering the fact that I have a myriad of accomplishments and goals which I hope to accomplish in the near future, this mudra seems appropriate to work with. I will be experimenting with it over the next week when I am experiencing challenges in the distraction department

Mantra

Work with the mantra to remove obstacles:

“Om Gum Ganapatayei Namaha”

“Om and salutations to the remover of obstacles for which Gum is the seed.”

This mantra and following mudra have been selected in order to remove the obstacles that are in opposition to achieving relaxation.

Mudra

Work with the Karana Mudra which works to expel demons and removes obstacles – sickness or negative thoughts.