--- title: "Pranayama and Meditation Classes: Mindful Breathwork for Calm" description: "Learn authentic Pranayama and Meditation to reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Join live sessions to master mindful breathing and nervous system regulation." canonical: https://mytribe.in/yogabykriti/yoga-classes/breath-stillness-pranayama-and-meditation last_updated: 2025-08-18 --- # Pranayama and Meditation for Mental Clarity Tribe Verified · 5 years of consistent mindful practice. By [Kriti](https://mytribe.in/yogabykriti) · Available exclusively online · ₹1,000 Per Session (estimate) Part of [Yoga Classes](https://mytribe.in/yogabykriti/yoga-classes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/yogabykriti/yoga-classes/gallery) Learn to regulate your nervous system and quiet the mental chatter through guided breathwork and dhyana, tailored for your daily life. ## Photos and videos - [Video: I started meditating 5 years ago, and it changed everything. My mind slowed down, I became more grounded, and my sleep quality improved drastically. It's a practice of coming home to yourself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae0dd247-8902-4992-aa32-202eae319045) - [Video: Bhastrika is a powerful, energizing pranayama. Adding these three hand variations helps coordinate the breath and open the breathing muscles, stimulating circulation and increasing vitality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/786d55dd-8bf5-4b4e-a024-67047c756e6c) - [Video: Siddhasana is considered one of the most important asanas for meditation in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. It purifies the nadis (energy channels) and stabilizes the flow of prana, leading to a state of mental stillness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e00a2d2a-e348-41c1-8889-82c4ac7c28ac) - [Video: Our life force (prana) is categorized into five types (Panch Prana). This video demonstrates five mudras, or hand gestures, that can help balance the function of each respective prana in the body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/290fe206-f5fb-453a-8790-e6e15636bd43) - [Video: Here are five mudras to balance the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, space) within the body. For example, Prithvi mudra helps balance the earth element, improving stamina and reducing fatigue.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6bbfe8ff-f54c-4100-94a3-374cc0dd97ae) - ![Don't skip Savasana. It's more than just lying down; it's a practice of being aware of awareness itself. There is no effort to concentrate, just an allowing of awareness to spread.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/106b0ec9-ee20-40f9-801e-f9922c72b252) - ![Savasana is a nervous system reset. It activates the parasympathetic "rest and digest" response, calming the central nervous system and releasing muscular tension after exercise or a stressful day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/872f9214-45f0-41f0-9205-f921d46f870d) - ![Relaxation can become a habit. Regular practice of Savasana trains your mind and body to relax on cue, making you better equipped to handle stressful situations when they arise.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b00d314b-a94d-42af-8df2-941b88faefc1) - ![Here are a few reasons why you should reconsider skipping Savasana at the end of your practice. It's essential for integration, nervous system regulation, and cultivating relaxation as a skill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f571ce63-ec8a-4691-8720-99e49db223d6) - ![Is Pranayama the same as breathwork? The Sanskrit word for breath is 'shvas'. Pranayama is made of 'Prana' (vital force) and 'Ayam' (expansion). It works on a much deeper level than just breathing exercises.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c2fa1b2-8e99-4fae-92a1-efcc1f32cdf0) - ![The practice of pranayama is one of the most powerful methods to expand vital energy and awaken kundalini shakti. It goes far beyond the superficial aspect of breath.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5a9a2fb1-f2f5-4bbb-a408-e263193d8f4a) - ![Many of us use the terms Pranayama and Breathwork interchangeably. Let's explore the distinction and understand the deeper significance of pranayama in yoga sadhana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ae36680-e615-47e9-8205-737f2638cc0c) - ![A title card introducing the topic: Breathwork vs Pranayama. Understanding the terms helps us appreciate the depth of the practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8bdfd6c4-6f65-46e7-b0f0-1cb2e4a65987) - ![By calling pranayama "breathwork," we risk reducing its significance and highlighting only the superficial aspect, which is the breath, rather than the expansion of prana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b1c454d-26b4-4d43-86d3-a1b41c545d18) - ![While modern breathwork helps balance the nervous system, traditional pranayama works on a much deeper level, dealing directly with the flow of prana or vital energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd0024fa-f5f9-43b4-8100-25b7c312e512) - [Video: Wind down with this soothing evening sequence. It includes gentle movements and ends with a few minutes of breath awareness to help you relax and prepare for a restful night's sleep.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e01e49b5-1606-44f8-996c-56f0146d4576) - [Video: We chant "Shanti" three times to seek peace in all three realms of suffering: adhyatmik (self-inflicted), adhibhautik (from the world), and aadhidaivik (from divine forces). True peace starts within.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31a3578a-39a5-4abb-8ac8-f9636d2d0088) ## About Breath & Stillness: Pranayama and Meditation Many people treat pranayama like generic breathwork, but there is a distinction. In my classes, we do not just breathe for the sake of it; we use specific mudras and rhythms to target your nervous system. It is about understanding how to use your breath to calm the mind or boost energy in real-time, rather than just performing a sequence you saw online. You have likely heard 'breathwork' and 'pranayama' used interchangeably, but they are not the same. The Sanskrit word for breath is shvas. If we were just doing breathwork, we would call it shvasayama. The word pranayama consists of 'prana' (vital force) and 'ayam' (expansion). My goal is to teach you how to expand that energy, not just exercise your lungs. ### Why Mudras Matter We often integrate mudras into our practice to balance the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, space) within the body. Whether you are using Prithvi mudra to reduce fatigue or Akash mudra to manage anxiety, these hand gestures act as circuit breakers for your energy. We do not just hold these positions; we understand the 'why' behind them, ensuring you can use them as tools long after the session ends. ### The Nervous System Reset Most of us live in a state of 'fight or flight,' with adrenaline and cortisol constantly circulating. This is why I emphasize Savasana (corpse pose) so heavily. It is not a nap; it is a vital practice for shifting from sympathetic to parasympathetic tone. If you are skipping the end of your session, you are missing the most important part of the reset. My classes train your mind and body to relax on cue, so you are better equipped to handle stressful situations outside of the yoga mat. ### Practical Integration I focus on online, interactive sessions because the best yoga is the one you actually do. We work with your specific needs—whether you need therapy for anxiety, help with weight management, or just a way to decompress after work. We keep the philosophy, the Ayurveda, and the breathing techniques grounded in how you actually live your life, not in a textbook. ## About Kriti I’m Kriti. I left my corporate life to teach yoga that actually makes sense—no complicated poses just to look good. I help you use your own breath as a tool to navigate stress and find a bit of sanity in a chaotic day. 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