About This Practice
A cooling breath for hot states of body or mind. Inhale over a curled tongue (or clenched teeth if you cannot roll the tongue) to draw cool air across the palate. Exhale through the nose.
How to Practice
Curl the tongue into a tube (or if you cannot, lightly clench the teeth with the tongue just behind). Inhale slowly through the tongue/teeth for 4 counts — the air cools as it passes. Close the mouth and exhale through the nose for 6 counts.
Tips
Notice the cool sensation on the palate.
If you cannot roll the tongue, Sitkari (teeth clenched) works just as well.
Particularly useful for hot flashes, irritation, or anger.
Precautions
Avoid in cold weather or if very chilled.
Stop if lightheaded.