Trataka is one of the classical cleansing techniques of Hatha Yoga. Meditation is the process of quieting and bringing clarity to the mind. Trataka is a meditation technique that uses the sense of sight to still the mind, allowing the single pointed focus to dissolve into cleansing tears that stream down the cheeks and open the heart to stoke our Agni, internal fire, inner spark.
Benefits include:
Increased stability of the central nervous system
Improved eye health, strengthening muscles and purifying fluids
Resilience to the effects of stress and a range of psychological ailments including anxiety and depression
Sharper memory and improved clarity
Deeply connected relationships with self and others
Tones the Jana Chakra, brain chakra, and unlocks clairvoyance and intuition