For Blessings

(Yoga for Prosperity, p. 58)

Posture: Sit in Easy Pose with a straight spine.

Focus: Close the eyes and look deep into the navel point.

Breath: Not indicated.

Mantra: Imagine that you are a noble and angelic being, blessing the universe and all people, good and bad, even those who hate you. Use the word “bless” in your mind, constantly and consistently. Let your heart open; feel caring and kind.

Mudra:Extend the right arm in front with the arm up at a 45 degree angle. The arm is relaxed and does not need to be straight. Place the left hand flat on the heart center.

Time: Continue for 9 minutes. Then bless yourself for 2 minutes.

End: Inhale, hold the breath as long as possible and circulate the blessings throughout your body. Exhale. Repeat this sequence twice for a total of three times. Relax.

Comments: Practicing this meditation is a noble act. Bless others and in turn be blessed.