Cupping the eyes was used by the early Tibetans and Chinese as a form of quietening the mind, like meditation. Dr. Bates popularised Palming in his teachings. Since then, variations of the practice have been developed. Over 20 years ago, Dr. Kaplan recorded a palming or eye cupping guided journey onto audio for his patients. They responded very well to the idea of listening to an audio as a reminder to relax their eyes and mind. Now you can use the modern version for your own vision improvement program. Of course, not while you are driving.
Covering the eyes is way for you to have an intimate relationship with your eyes. You will learn to direct warm loving energy around your eyes. The cells respond with higher function and the blood and nerves flow better. The result, sharpening of eyesight.