Sudarshan Kriya is a rhythmic breathing technique that you can practice every day for 20 minutes after you learn how to do it yourself in an Online Meditation & Breath Workshop. The following are some top reasons why you should practice this technique daily.
- Deep detoxification & immunity boost
Breathing can remove 90% of toxins from the body. The rhythmic breathing of Sudarshan Kriya detoxifies the body at a cellular level. Studies show that this breathing technique increases the number of natural killer cells in the body that limit the spread of microbial infections and tumors. Hence, the practice increases one’s immunity.
- Relief from stress, anxiety & depression
Taking care of your mental health is very important in today’s demanding world. Because if you don’t, you will be in the clutches of burnout before you know it. Sudarshan Kriya practice for 20 minutes daily helps significantly reduce the levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. Numerous studies have demonstrated the efficacy of Sudarshan Kriya in relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety.
- Sleep better
Quality sleep is essential for the revival of tissues and organs in the body. Poor sleep quality affects your mental and physical health too. Daily Sudarshan Kriya practice is an easy way to sleep better. The breathing technique helps improve the quality of sleep by three times.
- Stronger heart
India accounts for approximately 60% of the world’s heart disease burden. Our lifestyles demand us to tend to our hearts daily. Sudarshan Kriya is the most efficient practice to strengthen your heart. Studies show the practice reduces heart rate and blood pressure. It also improves one’s cholesterol profile and respiratory function.
- Manage your emotions daily
Every emotional state is linked to a specific breathing cycle. Using rhythmic breathing cycles, Sudarshan Kriya helps one manage negative emotions better. You will become calmer and mentally resilient if you practice it daily.
5 Tips on how to do it daily
Like all good practices, you are likely to procrastinate and skip your Sudarshan Kriya practice on some or most days. The following are some tips to help you practice the technique daily.
- Just Today: Skip the traditional commitment to a daily practice. Instead, commit to practicing the technique just today. It is easier to commit this way than to commit to regular practice.
- Pick two-time slots: Preferably, one in the morning and another in the evening when you are empty stomach. If you fail to practice in the morning, make sure you practice in the second time slot before you sleep.
- Do it in a group: Make this a group activity. Practice with those who have done the Online Meditation & Breath Workshop. You can choose to do it over zoom or in an offline setup.
- Attend weekly follow-ups: The bliss of a long kriya weekly follow-up will motivate you to be regular with your practice. Contact a center near you to know about offline follow-ups. If that is not available, contact your teacher for online follow-ups.
- Reward yourself for sticking up: Devote yourself to practice for a fixed number of days and reward yourself with an experience you want if you are able to follow through. Even if you are not able to follow through, start again.
Where to practice Sudarshan Kriya?
You can practice indoors or anywhere below a roof. Make sure you practice on a mat. Avoid practicing on bare surfaces. Try to be in a place free from noise and distractions.
