Treatk means "to fix the gaze". It is based on the concentration on a visual stimulus in order to direct the mind towards a single point.
It is traditionally done by contemplating the flame of a candle without looking away. Light creates a strong impression on the eye and the mind can easily retain the image when the eyes are closed. It can also be done with a significant image and visual power such as a yantra or geometric symbols.
Its objectives are eye stimulation, as well as unifying mental energy and developing the ability to concentrate. But the practice of Tratak can go much further, since the prolongation of the state of concentration gives rise to the appearance of the meditative state. You want to know more? Read what follows.
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How to practice the Treatk?
The most favorable times to practice Treatak are early in the morning and at night before going to bed. Do the practice in a room where there are no drafts. Leave the room in complete darkness.- Sit cross-legged and try to maintain a comfortable posture. In general, practitioners of meditation sit on a zafu. This cushion has the function of allowing the pelvis to tilt forward and the knees to rest on the floor, achieving an adequate lumbar curve. A balanced and stable posture is achieved.
- Light a candle and place it one meter away from you so that the flame is at the same height as your eyes. The wick must be quite straight.
- Take a few deep breaths for 5 minutes, focusing your attention there.
- When the mind has begun to calm down, focus your gaze on the flame, trying to blink as little as possible, do not force your eyes too much.
- Continue closing your eyes and trying to visualize the flame between your eyebrows.
- Start with 10 minutes and gradually increase the practice time.
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Less mental movement and greater ability to concentrate
Treatak practice is a good remedy to unify mental energy and be able to focus it in the direction of interest. Its effects make possible the most efficient performance, saving time and energy of all kinds of activities.Greater eye health and eyes with more life
According to Swami Sivananda, this exercise can improve and cure tired eyesight and some eye diseases such as myopia in some cases, since we are exercising the eye muscles through controlled relaxation and contraction. Among its benefits we highlight the strengthening of the nerves and eye muscles, the dissolution of nervous tension, the relief of insomnia, the tranquility of the mind and the improvement of memory.
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