Mudra "Shield of Shambhala”- Fortitude of character

‘Fortitude of character,’ sometimes referred to as ‘strength of character.’

Similar to building mental strength, fortitude of character is the process of identifying, focusing on, and building your innate strengths over time.

Conscious practice of the Mudra "Shield of Shambhala” is needed to regularly identify small daily actions that can lead to you building your fortitude of character.

There is no disagreement between traditions that Shambhala is a pure, peaceful land. This yoga mudra is said to originate from here and confer the following benefits with its use:

 

The feeling of Peace: When combined with conscious breathing, this mudra is said to bring peace to the individual even in the most turbulent of times.

Feelings of vitality. When used for longer periods, usually no more than twenty minutes, holding this mudra is said to promote feelings of vitality.

Mudra "Shield of Shambhala” is a unique and very effective tool to combat negative energy. It helps to recover your strength, helps to improve the overall condition of the body. It is also recommended during the recovery period after illness or injury. Work with "Shield of Shambhala," when you feel vulnerable or just need some support.

The mudra is referred to as ‘Shield’ as it is said to ‘put to flight’ feelings of negativity. This is said to be accomplished through the unveiling of Awareness and ‘uplifting the soul’ through feelings of oneness and connection.

Strengths

·         Goal-oriented

·         Self-motivated

·         Independent

·         Leadership abilities

·         Unique

·         Creative

·         Original thinkers

·         Innovative

Weaknesses

·         Self-doubt

·         Can be inconsiderate of others

·         Can be abrasive or aggressive

·         Overly domineering

·         Afraid to fail

How to perform:

The hand positions are reversed according gender.

For females: The right hand is clenched into a fist and held palm facing down, against the area in between the xiphisternum (breast bone) and umbilicus (belly button). The left palm is pressed against the right fist. The open palm should always face upwards. This position is held for five to twenty minutes and used in conjunction with conscious breathing.

For males: The left hand is clenched into a fist and pressed against the right palm, remembering to hold the hands in the same area.

How it works:

From the basis of the yogic sciences, this mudra is said to focus vital energy ‘Prana’ carried in the breath to the Solar Plexus Chakra (3rd Chakra, known in Sanskrit as ‘Manipur’. Chakras correspond to energy meridians (energy focal points) found in the body usually associated with endocrine organs such as the thyroid or pancreas. The third chakra is said to be responsible for will power and inner strength. This unveiling of ones’ inner strength leads to feelings of peace, subsequently vitality and eventually oneness.

Breath:
Normal, smooth.

Visualizations:
Imagine sunlight, golden color, attention to the solar plexus.

Affirmations:
It's safe to be where I am.
I create my own security.
I love and approve of myself.

The performance of this Mudra can be accompanied by the mantra “Ram”.

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