Humming Bee Breath – Bhramari

Bhramari

• Sit in a comfortable seated position with the sine neck and head in alignment.
• Have the eyes lightly closed.
• Join the lips together, separate the teeth slightly and relax the muscles of the jaw.
• Raise the arms out to the sides, bend the elbows and take the hands to the ears.
• Use the middle or index finger to exclude the ears.
• Inhale through the nose.
• Exhale slowly while making a steady humming sound.
• Practice up to 15 rounds of breath.

Breath

• Steady and even.

Awareness

• The humming sound.
• The vibration.
• Ajna chakra.

Contraindications

• Ear infections.

Benefits

• Relieves stress and cerebral tension.
• Alleviates anger, anxiety and insomnia.
• Strengthens and improves the voice.
• Soothes the nervous system.
• Calms the mind.

Practice note

• Do not practice while lying down.