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7. Continuechanting Har Har Whaa-hag Guroo. as you proceedthrough the
followingpostures.Each is done for 30 seconds.
a) Placethe right hand on the heart and tap the groundwith the left hand.
b) Continuewith both arms as in Exercise4.
b) Repeat7a.
c) Repeat7b.
d) Repeat7a.
Ihls is a brain exercbewhich strengthensthe electromagnetic
fteld. The upper arm
motionis said to bringgouthfulness
and the motionof the lowerarm,or strikingarm,
bringsgou energA.
B. Sit in Easy Pose.Extendthe arms straightin front parallelto the ground,
hands in fists. Powerfullymove both arms alternately30 degreesabove and
30 degreesbelowparallel.Move like a fast and powerfulmachine.Beginwith
Breathof Fire, then substitutethe mantra SaaTaa Naa NIaain rhythm with the
arm movement.Continuefor 2 minutes.
9. Sit in EasyPosewith the handsin GyanMudrarestingon the knees. Breathe
through the nose long and gently, experiencingpeace and compassion.
Meditateand feel healedthroughout.Continuethis healingmeditationfor 5 to
10 minutes.
Musical Variation:using a version of Dhan Dhan Ram Das Gur. Sing openly
from the heart.
10. Lie on your back with the arms by the sides,palmsfacingup. Deeplyrelax
for 10 minutes.

COMMTNTS
Stress is endemic in our society. It can never be completely avoided so its negative
effects must be counteractedin the body. One of the victims of chronic stress is the
endocrinesystem.These glands are chargedwith adjustingthe chemical balancein
the blood and, in turn, the experienceof well being. Chronic fatigue and attempts to
self-medicateusing caffeineare often signs that stresshas led to poor adrenalfunction.
This kriya is beneficialin strengtheningthe adrenalglandsand relievingthe longterm effects of stress. The adrenal glands play a very important role in the overall health of the body, mind and spirit. They
produce hormones which control the body's automatic functions of breath rate, heartbeat and digestion and determine
whether the body is relaxed or alert.
This set of exercises strengthensthe adrenal glands, improves digestion, balances the nervous system and the brain's
hemispheres,helps alleviate fear and invigoratesthe body.