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Mudras - Dynamo mudra
Identifier
016853
Type of Spiritual Experience
Background
This mudra was derived from Jin Shin Jyutsu, but is used in Zen Buddhism and the description of its efficacy comes from a book on Zen meditation techniques
A description of the experience
The Book of Life – Roshi Jiyu-Kennett and Rev Daizui MacPhillamy
The Dynamo mudra has both relaxing and invigorating prperties and is therefore excellent for fatigue due to overwork and the insomnia which can result from being too tired to sleep.
Its primary function however is spiritual. As a means of invigorating the will an dpromoting awareness and stillness under difficult circumstances. Its effects are somewhat peculiar and diffiult to describe. It is not recommended for use by those who do not meditate regularly.
It helps with tension, pain, stiffness etc along the energy pathway illustrated, tension in the joints, especially the shoulder, hip, pelvis and leg. It also helps with general tension, fatigue and insonia.
It helps if there are karmic memories of having suffered or caused harm.
The source of the experience
Zen BuddhismConcepts, symbols and science items
Concepts
PurificationSymbols
Science Items
Activities and commonsteps
Activities
Overloads
AnxietyBone and skeletal disease
Extreme pain
Muscle diseases
Sleep deprivation, insomnia and mental exhaustion
Suppressions
RelaxationStimulation of trigger points
Suppressing memory
Suppression of learning