mudras or gestures

32	COURAGE MUDRA

Ahamkara-mudra

This gesture reinforces self-assurance and self-confidence. It helps dissipate fear and shyness. Ahamkara is a Sanskrit word used to describe egoism, vanity, or self-confidence.

1. Sit in easy pose, cross-legged.

2. Slightly bend both of your index fingers and position the tips of your thumbs on their second phalanxes.

3. Keep the three other fingers of each hand extended.

4. The hands can now rest on the thighs or the knees.