Pranayama. Stopping the right nostril with the thumb…
““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 purity of the nerves is attained; then begins Pranayama.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A structured breathing practice alternating nostrils purifies the nervous system and prepares the mind for deeper meditation.
In simple terms: Nostril breathing cleans the nerves and read calm.
Practice the technique regularly for calm mind.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- morning routine
- midday break
- evening relaxation
- night practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does alternating nostril breathing affect your focus?
- Can you notice changes in stress after a week?
Consistency is key; benefits may be subtle initially.