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Ganesha = the Hindu deity who removes obstacles
mudra = seal
Ganesha Mudra Step by Step
Step 1
Bring your palms to touch in Anjali Mudra.
Step 2
Then swivel your hands so that your fingertips point toward opposite elbows, with your right palm facing your heart.
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Step 3
Bend your fingers and slide your hands across each other until your fingers lock.
Step 4
Repeat on the other side.
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Pose Information
Pose Level
1
Deepen the Pose
Chant the Ganesha mantra: With each exhale, invoke Ganesha (gam or ganapatayei) and his powers by chanting his name:
Om gam ganapatayei namaha.
Om is the sound of the universe, and namaha means “name.”
Repeat on each side.
Benefits
- Lifts spirits
- Boosts confidence
- Relieves stress and tension