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“First the nerves are to be purified, then comes the power to practice Pranayama. Stopping the right nostril with the thumb, through the left nostril fill in air, according to capacity; then, without any interval, throw the air out through the right nostril, closing the left one. Again inhaling…” quote by Swami Vivekananda
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““First the nerves are to be purified, then comes the power to practice Pranayama. Stopping the right nostril with the thumb, through the left nostril fill in air, according to capacity; then, without any interval, throw the air out through the right nostril, closing the left one. Again inhaling through the right nostril eject through the left, according to capacity; practicing this three or five times at four hours of the day, before dawn, during midday, in the evening, and at midnight, in fifteen days or a month””

Swami Vivekananda

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A detailed instruction for alternate nostril breathing, emphasizing timing and repetition for spiritual practice.

In simple terms: Guidance on a specific breathing technique for yoga.

Key Takeaway

Practice the described breathing pattern regularly.

Themes

mindfulness breathing spirituality discipline

Mood

calm focused

Type

instructional spiritual

When to use this quote

  • morning meditation
  • midday break
  • evening relaxation
  • nighttime routine

Key Concepts

pranayama alternate nostril breathing yoga practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you feel comfortable trying this technique?
  • How might you adapt the schedule to your lifestyle?
A Different Perspective

The method may be difficult for beginners without proper guidance.

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