Since, childhood we are often taught by our parents or teachers the ‘Gayatri Mantra’. But did the importance and benefits of these mantras ever cross your mind?  Gayatri mantra is a prayer dedicated to illuminating our intellect. It is directed towards enlightening us – giving us immense knowledge. The vibrations created when chanting this mantra directly activates the last three chakras – the throat chakra, the 3rd eye chakra and the crown chakra.   These chakras deal with providing focus and removing distractions. Hence, the concentration is increased.