In this meditation, holding the breath out flushes and purifies the blood, which is excellent for ridding the body of disease. Not only is the blood purified, but it has more power to absorb oxygen to support and strengthen the functioning of the organs. This meditation is said to keep the body young and strong, and the mind fresh and sharp.
The Practice
Posture: Sit in any comfortable meditative position with a straight spine. This can be practiced alone or in partners.
Eyes: 1/2 closed, 9/10th closed or completely closed.
Mantra: Mool Mantra. Inhale deeply and chant the mantra; hold the breath out and vibrate the mantra mentally at the same pace. Inhale and begin the sequence again.
Ek Ong Kaar Sat Naam,
Kartaa Purakh,
Nirbhao, Nirvair
Akaal Moorat
Ajoonee (pause) Saibhang
Gurprasaad. Jap.
Aad Sach, Jugaad Sach,
Hai Bhee Sach, Naanak Hosee Bhee Sach
To Practice in Partners: Sit facing one another, as one partner holds the breath out, the other chants the mantra aloud; then the roles reverse. The second person holds the breath out as the first inhales and chants the mantra aloud, and continue.
Build to 31 minutes. When 31 minutes is reached, you will have a sensation of weightlessness for about 10-15 minutes after completing the meditation.