Baba
Two important things
Namaskar,
In the general society, little is said about the science of svara shastra (i.e. science of breathing). Common people just go on with their days unaware about the flow of the air in their body. But every Ananda Margii knows that Sadguru Baba places much importance on right breathing, and He gives particular instruction as to what types of actions correspond with each of the nostrils.
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The science of nostrils / svara shastra
In quick review, as a basic rule, when the body is engaged in physical works - such as running, walking, etc - then the right nostril should be the dominant nostril. That means the air should be flowing primarily through the right nostril. Then you will have more energy.
As a basic rule, when the body is engaged in physical works - such as running, walking, etc - then the right nostril should be the dominant nostril. That means the air should be flowing primarily through the right nostril. Then you will have more energy.
Included within this category of physical works is the process of eating. Food should also be taken when the air is flowing freely and predominantly through the right nostril, then any stomach issues like gas, bloating, and indigestion will be remedied then and there. Specifically, for proper digestion, the right nostril should be dominant and managing most of the airflow into and out of the body (a) half-an-hour prior to taking food, (b) during the meal itself, and (c) for the first hour after eating. Only in this way will the body be able to digest the food properly. Then gas and bloating will be a non-issue. On the whole, all physical works (moderate to hard) are done using the right nostril. And this will give tremendous energy.
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In contrast during more psychic or mental types of activities like studying, reading, memorizing, doing svadhyaya, and sadhana (dharana, dhyana, pratyahara, Guru puja) etc, the left nostril should be dominant; that will make the mind more calm and tranquil. Thus, in those circumstances the air should be flowing primarily through the left nostril during these engagements. Included in this is the drinking of fluids. During that time also, i.e. while drinking, the left nostril should be controlling most or all of the air flow.
And when left or both the nostrils are open this is very good for sadhana. Yet there is no breathing rule for second lesson and half-meditation.
As a generally review, when the body is engaged in physical works - such as running, walking briskly, etc - then the right nostril should be the dominant nostril. That will bring more energy. That means the air should be flowing primarily through the right nostril. And in sadhana, the left nostril should be dominant, as that will help the mind be more calm and introverted.
First technique
Basically there are two techniques for switching the nostril, i.e. making the other nostril more dominant. If anyone wants or needs to open the right nostril - i.e. make the right nostril dominant - then first lie down on the left side of your body. By remaining in this lying position for a few minutes the right nostril will open and become the dominant nostril.
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2nd technique
This is performed from a standing position. Start in an erect stance. Raise the left arm into the air and lean the body to the right. The bending of the body should begin at the naval region and the upper torso bends accordingly. It is a deep bend to the right side with the left arm up in the air and sloped over the head and leaning to the right. The right arm will just hang limply along the right side of the body. The position resembles one of the aspect of padahastasana. Remain here for a few minutes. The right nostril will open, or become dominant.
Those whose sadhana is very good and have some degree of control over the mind are able to change their nostril with 3rd and 5th lesson. So if you want to do first lesson, but your right nostril is dominant, then one may do 3rd or 5th lesson to switch the nostril and make the left dominant. And then they may sit for first lesson.
Note:The body has particular needs and if you aim to open the nostril that is most conducive to the action the body must perform, then the nostril will switch quite easily. For instance, suppose you have just eaten and the right nostril is not open, yet it should be open for proper digestion. Then lying on the left side will easily open the right nostril as the body recognises that that is the nostril that should be open. However, if you have just eaten and already the right nostril is dominant and you try to switch it to the left nostril, it may not go because the body has a strong inclination to keep the right nostril open - because you have just taken food.
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Conclusion
Most of the time this switching over of the nostrils happens quite naturally - that is to say the body does this automatically. Even then it is extremely important for sadhakas to be aware about this process because due to a change in routine, or for any reason, it can happen that the correct nostril is not dominant. In which case, one will have to switch the nostrils, otherwise that will only invite more problems. And this technique for switching the nostrils is discussed up above.
In Him,
Krsnadev
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Your compassion
"Tumi saba'r bha'loba'sa' peyecho..." (Prabhat Samgiita #1383)
Purport:
Parama Purusa, every entity adores and loves You. You receive everyone's heartfelt prema, look upon all with equanimity, always think about their all-round welfare, and help one and all. This entire creation is Yours, and You view all the jiivas equally - with no differentiation.
Parama Purusa, on this burning, hot earth, You dump the balm of cool rain. When life becomes unbearable, You shower us with Your grace and take away all our pains and sufferings. When the heart feels hurt due to the repeated blows of the three afflictions - physical, psychic, and spiritual, then You gently apply the ointment of Your love and affection - and pour the nectar of Your compassion, taking away all the suffering in the showering of Your divine karuna on that heart. On the dark amavasya night when it is pouring rain all around, even in that hour You bring refulgence through the medium of the firefly. You provide the solution when the mind is in a deep state of dilemma and bewilderment, and does not know what to do or what not to do. Then You show the direction and give hope. Baba, You do all this for me; it is Your mercy.
Baba, You love everyone and know how to love and give utmost importance to all creatures. Living beings look towards the path of Your auspicious arrival. To those who are crying and undergoing hardship, You provide a soothing balm and give them shelter and care. Baba, You are the Granter of all blessings and grace-personified…
Note for Prabhat Samgiita #1383:
Ananda Marga philosophy states, “Human beings usually suffer from triple afflictions: physical, mental and spiritual. That which alleviates these triple afflictions is called artha. We know that in the physical sphere human beings suffer in various ways – not only from the shortage of food and clothing, but also from others pains and sorrows as well. Suppose someone falls down while walking; this is also suffering in the physical sphere. In the psychic sphere, too, people suffer much pain, for example at the death of a beloved one. Even those people who have no problems of food, clothing, accommodation or education or medical care, also bitterly weep at the loss of their near and dear ones. This is psychic affliction. Then there is spiritual affliction. “Parama Puruśa is mine, and I am His – this I realize. Yet I cannot make Him exclusively my own at all times.” This affliction of not attaining Parama Puruśa as close as one desires, is spiritual affliction.” (1)
Reference
1. A Few Problems Solved - 3, Verse, Mythology, History and Itihása
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