Aakaash-vardhak or Aakash mudra

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  Popularly known as Aakaash mudra this mudra increases the (inactive) Aakaash (ehter or space) element within the body.
  
  Method: This mudra is formed by joining together the tips of the thumb and middle finger.
  
  Effects: Aakaash-vardhak mudra increases the aakash (space0 element within the body.
• Since the space within the body is a part of the outer space (aakaash or cosmos), practise of the mudra enables the individual (aatmaa) to reunite with the collective consciousness (Paramaatmaa or God).
• Negative emotions like fear, anger, sorrow, etc.
• are replaced by positive emotions and thoughts.
  The above- mentioned increase in internal space is affected by the elimination of metabolic wasteees from the body.