That means, Anulom Vilom begins to happen simply by bringing attention to the process and guiding the in and out flow of breath with the mind.
While there are many benefits of doing the practice without using hands, it’s best to let it happen gradually rather than forcing it to happen without adequate preparation.
The real preparation required is mastering the art of staying relaxed, in addition to the cleansing referred above. In life, there are innumerable things and situations that can easily create disturbances. But, when a yogi, with regular sadhana and practice begins to master his mind, hands-free nadi shodhan becomes progressively easier.
Initially, one may notice that one is having to twist his face and nose in strange and funny ways but as the cleansing and ease happen, one will manage hands-free nadi shodhan without any contortions…
Naturally, these will also indicate that one is gaining relatively greater control over their mind. When the mind becomes able and begins to do what we require it to do, it’s a great sign that the mind is becoming more of a friend than an enemy, as it is usually in most instances.
It’s a very rewarding practice and one can continue the practice for long periods of time without others noticing. Sometimes, peoplexare embarrassed to practice these kriyas in public. With hands-free nadi shodhan it becomes an easy practice for all situations.
Hanuman Master Breath where the flow of breath is channeled up the spine through the sushumna aids in this practice of nadi shodhan and makes it considerably easier.
Lotus Opening Program practices where vasodilation is activated in nadis,akes the practice still easier and more rewarding…
As you become more and more intimate with your breath, surely, some day, you will also be able to practice hands-free nadi shodhan or anulom vilom.
One thing is certain, when that happens, you will come a few steps closer to your highest goals…
– rajyogi (rajesh kanoi)