For most women, menstruation is just not a biological function—it's a monthly struggle that brings with it pain and emotional turmoil. Cramping, mood swings, bloating, tiredness, and back pain can make it difficult to concentrate at work, keep your sense of self intact, or even appreciate what you enjoy. For others, these pains are so sharp that they come close to being unbearable.
Although traditional treatments, such as painkillers or heating pads may offer immediate relief, more women are turning to holistic approaches that not only alleviate the pain but also restore overall balance. One such method gaining attention is Pranic Healing combined with Meditation on Twin Hearts. We spoke to Sumi Lazar - Pranic Healing Instructor and Healer, Trustee, World Pranic Healing (India), who shared how this energy-based approach can help women manage period discomfort naturally and effectively.
What is Pranic Healing?
Pranic healing is an energy-based, no-touch therapy that helps the body heal faster. During menstruation, the body undergoes a deep process of detoxification—physically and energetically.
"When stress, emotional trauma, or fatigue interrupts this natural flow, it can cause periods to be more painful and distracting. Pranic healing works by cleansing and balancing chakras, particularly the lower chakras and solar plexus, which tend to contain dense energy. By eliminating the stuck energy, the body becomes lighter, more relaxed, and restored to balance," explained Lazar.
Though not specifically for menstrual cramps, a controlled study determined that working women who were treated with Pranic Healing had a greater quality of life compared to a control group (p < 0.003).
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Starting Pranic Healing Before Your Period
"You can begin Pranic Healing two days before your period to help with PMS symptoms like mood swings, irritability, and anxiety. Preparing your energy system beforehand makes the menstrual phase smoother and less overwhelming," advised Lazar.
This proactive approach can also prevent the emotional roller coaster that many women experience in the premenstrual stage.
Role of Meditation in Relief
"Meditation is also a long-term healing technique. Twin Hearts Meditation is one strongly recommended practice, which is a very gentle yet very powerful guided meditation that opens the crown and heart chakras so that rejuvenating energy can circulate through the entire system. By being aware of your breath, this meditation balances the nervous system," added Lazar.
Deep breathing, most medical practitioners believe, decreases stress and enables you to remain attuned to what your body is going through in a more aware manner. Together with Pranic Healing, Twin Hearts Meditation does not only foster physical healing but also calms the mind and emotions.
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According to a 2024 study, mindfulness techniques, including meditation and deep breathing, are shown to alleviate menstrual pain, reduce emotional symptoms, ease stress, and foster a more mindful connection with the body during menstruation.
For women who practice regularly, pain often diminishes over time, and PMS symptoms become much more manageable and less intense. This practice deepens your connection to your body, helping you unwind, heal, and embrace your natural cycle rather than resist or fight it.
Bottomline
Lazar concluded, "Pranic Healing and meditation bring gentle, natural comfort during menstruation. They alleviate pain, calm the mind, and harmonise the body. Regular practice makes many women find it simpler to deal with their monthly cycle and be more in charge of their own health and emotions."