The individual must keep his or her eyes closed during the entire period and focus on the instructions of the teacher and the breathing process. The posture – Sudarshan Kriya is practiced by sitting in the Vajrasana or Thunderstorm posture, keeping the spine erect, and body relaxed.Sudarshan Kriya was popularised by Bangalore-based The Art of Living Foundation and the practice is initiated in a controlled environment where teachers trained in conducting sessions guide participants through the progressive steps. The whole process of Sudarshan Kriya is based on controlling the mind by focusing on regulated breathing and thereby improving overall wellness.
The word “sudarshan” means positive appearance or outlook and “kriya” is an act of purification. What is Sudarshan Kriya? Sudarshan Kriya is a combination of pranayam and breathing techniques beginning with slow inhalation and exhalation and gradually progressing to a series of rapid breathing techniques. In recent years medical research, too, has gathered conclusive evidence that practicing mindful or conscious breathing techniques has positive effects on the physical and mental well being of an individual. Ancient Vedic texts provide insight into the importance of attaining meditative awareness by focusing the mind on regulated breathing. Breathing is a somatic function, which means that unlike eating food and drinking water, under normal circumstances we do not need to consciously make an effort to breathe.
The normal rate of respiration in adults is 12 to 20 breaths per minute. The synchronized act of inhalation of oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide is called breathing, oxygen being essential for the cellular functions of the body. Yet, in the rush to meet our life goals amidst the daily hustle-bustle, we tend to ignore the importance of mindful deep breathing. Rate of respiration is one of the four vital signs that indicates how well the body is functioning. The first gasp of breath by a newborn is considered the moment of birth and beginning of life. Breathing is the most obvious and direct manifestation of human life.
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