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Organ of Sight-Eyes- care and protection

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The eyes are the organs responsible for sight. Typically, they remain in good health until around the age of 40 or 45. However, we should not assume they will always be that way and must provide them with proper care.

Below are a few natural and yogic methods to look after your eyes.


  • Upon waking up in the morning, proceed to the basin to wash your face. Take a mouthful of water and, while holding it in your mouth, splash or sprinkle water on each eye 20 to 25 times. Finally, wipe your eyes with a clean cloth.

  • Before going to bed in the evening, repeat the same action. This will not only alleviate any tension in your eyes but also promote a restful sleep.

  • Consume a large amount of green leafy vegetables. Carrots are beneficial for eyesight because of their high vitamin A content.

  • To prevent eyestrain, headache, back, and neck pain, take breaks from looking at the computer screen or any electronic device for extended periods.

  • Moist your eyes after meals with wet, clean hands or a wet towel.

  • Pause for a moment to look at the object that is positioned at a distance from where you are now, ideally a green plant or a tree.


Do Tratak- Tratak is a kriya in yoga for the health of your eyes.

Tratak (Concentrated Gazing)


Technique

Light a candle and position it on a small table so that the flame is at eye level when seated. Turn off any fans to ensure the flame remains steady.

To meditate comfortably, sit in any relaxing posture with your head, spine, and neck erect.

Make sure the candle is positioned one arm's length away from the body.

Shut your eyes and unwind your entire body, with a focus on relaxing the eyes in particular.

To practice, keep your eyes open and fix your gaze on the tip of the flame without blinking or moving your eyeballs. Concentrate all your attention on the tip of the flame.

If your eyes felt tired or watery, gently close them.

Look at the lingering image of the flame in the area in front of your closed eyes.

Softly part the eyelids or open your eyes.

Time of practice


Perform it any time.

Duration


Beginners may need one to two minutes, while advanced students or spiritual seekers may require five to ten minutes.

Caution

It is important to avoid any eye condition, especially those like retinal displacement, cataracts, and glaucoma.

Benefits

It makes the eyes clear and bright.

Balances the nervous system.

It improves memory and concentration and also will power.

Good preparatory practice for meditation

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