How can someone having an asthma attack drink the water for Kunjal when they are gasping and having difficulty even breathing?
A. Of course it is better if Kunjal is done before the worst situation is allowed to develop, and if done early enough, it will allay that attack. Even if done later, if some amount of water can be drunk, and the reflex of vomiting induced, it will still end the spasm within the lungs and give instant relief. If, for example, a situation arose when one’s puffer or medication were not on hand, but a little water and salt were available, then the technique of Kunjal could be a life saver. It is therefore handy to know these things which yoga has discovered. Q. My head tells me that I would like to try it and gain the benefits of the stomach wash but emotionally I just can’t stand the thought of doing it the first time. What can you suggest to overcome this revulsion to it? A. A lot of people have this conflict. You are honest to admit it. It is no different to overcoming any dilemma of mind versus feelings. You can’t rationalise with the feelings. They don’t listen to logic, they are irr
