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Eyes are the windows to the soul and they have to keep burning bright until the end of life. Along
with the eight asana practice suggested for toning and strengthening of eyes muscles (as well as
other major muscles), a powerful kriya or cleansing technique called Trataka has been practised
by yogis specifically to rejuvenate the optic nerves. It cleanses the eyes from inside and out and
defers diseases. It is recognised by all major ancient yoga texts as being able to cure more than
20 eye problems.
Trataka is a practice of intense gazing without blinking the eyes at a fixed focal point. This focal
point can be anything: a dot on paper, the sun or even the moon. Mostly a candle is used as it
leaves a deep impression upon the mind. Initially it is advisable to begin with 2 to 3 minutes and
then extend the practice to 10 minutes.
TRATAKA
Sit in vajrasana and place a lit candle at some distance from yourself at eye level.
Fix your gaze at the tip of the candles wick and look at it.
Try not to blink and keep the gaze as steady as possible. Allow the tears to flow, if they come.
Then close your eyes with the image of the flame and fix your inner gaze at the point between
your eyebrows and continue to meditate upon for some more time.
Benefits
1 It improves eyesight and has the ability to restore the functioning of the optic nerve.
2 Eye strain, headaches, myopia and astigmatism can be cured with this practice.
3 Eyes become clear and bright.
4 It improves focus, concentration and memory.
5 It opens up the pineal gland or the third eye.
6 Cures insomnia, depression and allows a good sleep.
7 Brings inner calm and silence.
8 Brings clarity.
9 Gives stress relief and relaxation.