Prāna Vāyu
Short Summary
Life-breath at the chest—takes in, animates, enlivens.
Full Description
Prāna Vayu is the inward-moving current of life force, centered in the chest and lungs. It governs breath, intake, and the drawing in of inspiration, both physical and subtle. Balanced prāna opens vitality and receptivity; imbalance may feel like fatigue, anxiety, or constriction.
Try this: Take three slow, deep breaths into your heart center, imagining each inhale as fresh energy entering your being.
TED's Take
Inhale the spark
Physical/Emotional Associations
Body: chest, lungs. Quality: inspiration.
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Pranayama Mantra
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