If you have not invested in the cute little book, 1001 Pearls of Yoga Wisdom by Liz Lark, you must! It is my absolutely favorite book for quick, short inspirations, yoga poses and mudras throughout the day. I have used some of her quotes/inspirations in class and would highly recommend her book as a resource in your yoga library.
In any case, one of the mudras (a gesture with the hands) outlined in the book in the section about starting your day well focuses on the importance of cultivating a sense of opening. It is the mudra for receptivity (Pushpaputa mudra). Here is what Liz shares in her book about this hand mudra: "To create a feeling of inner spaciousness and abundance that will last throughout your day, make this symboli gesture, the Sanskirt name of which translates as 'handful of flowers'. Kneel with your buttock on your heelsand place the backs of your hands on your thighs or knees, fingers pointing diagonally towards each other. Let each palm form an open cup shape, resting your thumbs against your index fingers. Close your eyes and visulize with presitine clarity, your hands filled with beautiful flowers and abundance." (Lark, 2008, p. 46).
May you all have a day filled with openness and receptivity to all things and people around you!
Namaste ~ Jessie
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