Prana/Apana Balance Kriya

Spring 1970

This kriya is delicate and subtle in its effects. When the energies of Prana and Apana are properly mixed at the Navel Point (Manipura Chakra), the power of the Kundalini can be released to purify and heal you.

Exercises 1, 2 & 3 stimulate sexual, eliminative and navel energies, and complete the mixing of Prana and Apana at the Navel Point. Exercises 5, 6 & 7 focus on the higher chakras and on pranic force at the eyes and heart. Exercise 6 allows the expansive heart to dominate in your attitudes; if you keep your eyes open, it can cause temporary dizziness as you rebalance. Exercise 7 eliminates a lot of pent-up anger hiding in the form of muscle tension. The meditation at the end will levitate you and give you mental relaxation and sensitivity.

Exercise 1: Celibate Pose (Brahmacharyasana)

Posture & Mudra: Sit in Celibate Pose (Brahmacharyasana) with your sit bones on the ground between the lower legs, and hands relaxed on your thighs.

Movement & Breath: Breathe normally.

Duration: Continue for 2 minutes.