Before stepping onto the sadhu board, it’s essential to clarify your purpose and set a clear intention. This focus will help you manage discomfort and deepen your practice.
1. Calm Your Mind and Body: Engage in activities that help you relax and center yourself. Options include meditation, yoga, dancing, jogging, or taking a shower.
2. Choose an Appropriate Environment: Select a serene space that will facilitate your practice and minimize distractions.
3. Prepare Your Audio: Curate a playlist or select meditation recordings that resonate with you.
4. Practice Pranayama (Breathing Techniques): Incorporate pranayama to prepare your body and mind. One effective technique is Kapalabhati.This practice cleanses the respiratory system and energizes the mind.
Kapalabhati Technique:
• Position: Sit comfortably on a mat with your spine straight, shoulders relaxed, and eyes closed.
• Inhalation: Take a deep breath through both nostrils, focusing on your abdominal area.
• Exhalation: Forcefully exhale through your nostrils, pulling your navel towards your spine. The exhalation should be quick and sharp, resembling a gentle ‘ha’ sound.
• Inhalation: Allow the inhalation to occur passively as your abdomen expands.
• Cycle: One cycle consists of 50-70 breaths. After each cycle, take a normal breath, hold it for a minute, and then resume. Repeat for 2-3 rounds.
5. You are Ready for Nail Standing Practice:
• For Beginners: Start by stepping onto the sadhu board using a chair or table for support. This approach allows you to control the pressure and evenly distribute your weight across both feet, reducing discomfort.
• Managing Sensations: Standing on nails can feel unfamiliar and may trigger a fight-or-flight response. After the initial shock, focus on releasing muscle tension and allowing it to flow down to your feet. If you’re familiar with yoga, this relaxation technique may come naturally. If not, it may take time to develop, but with practice, it will become easier.
• Duration: Begin with 10 seconds and gradually increase the time as you become more comfortable. Advanced practitioners may stand on nails for approximately 30 minutes. Once you can stand calmly for a few minutes, occasionally adjust your foot position to engage different energy points.
By following these steps, you can prepare yourself for a safe and effective nail bed practice, fostering both physical and mental well-being.
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