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Month: February 2021

Why more Men need to do Yoga

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Don’t be glued to the sofa – do Yoga! WHY MORE MEN NEED TO DO YOGA

Does any of the below sound too familiar?

  • I am slouching and slumping at desks beyond scheduled work hours?
  • I am spending hours slumped over a steering wheel or seated in cars?
  • I am seated for long hours chairs watching TV
  • I am hunched over smartphones

Most of us are prey to sedentary modern lifestyles, with gadgets, technology and virtual space invading our time. As a result of being guilty to some or all of the above, do we realize that we are compromising our postures in our daily lives? These little habits inculcated over time, eventually cause trouble with decreased mobility, restrictions in range of motion in joints, discomfort or even severe back and neck pain. Our poor spines are also in danger from such sedentary postures.

In today’s world, the induced stresses are constantly adding to emotional and physiological strain on health and well-being. As one approaches mid-life, the multiple tasks of managing a successful career, providing for the family, caring for aged parents, planning for financial comfort continue to occupy the mind and distract from a connection with the present. Constantly looking out, prevents the inward journey, so necessary to align internal energy centres with the Universe.

Yoga can help in providing the rigor, peace, fitness, mindfulness and discipline required to realign and reprogram our minds. It acts both on the physical and mental parts and does not require 50 pieces of equipment to practice. All that one needs is a willingness of the mind and body.

It is quite surprising that in many Yoga studios, one observes that there are more women practitioners. In fact, in the USA alone, according to a 2016 survey, only 28% of the population practicing Yoga were men. We will dwell on why it is important that men take to this practice in order to improve physical wellbeing and become more mindful.

It is perfectly alright to start the Yoga practice with an aim of only physical fitness. The ancient science has evolved to cater to modern lifestyle needs. So, there are fast-paced classes that build strength and endurance, thereby focusing on muscle development. Pursuing such cardio-based programs may kick start the interest. However, while it is important to build muscle, one needs to focus on the other parts of the body as well – tissues, ligaments, fascia, joints, bones. All these, if left unattended will become weak. Yoga has tailored Asanas (postures) that focus on these areas thus releasing the tension, building space between joints and thereby improving range of motion.

Focusing on muscle building alone would be like only developing the drive in Golf. Typically, when one practices golf on the driving range, chipping and putting is around 80% of the game while driving is only 20%. Similarly, through the day, modern lifestyle practices are always using muscle but never the other important but plastic parts of the body. Yin Yoga develops the plastic parts of the body where postures are maintained for a minimum duration of 30 seconds to 3 minutes during which time, mind is cultivated to remain still, and energy is diverted into those areas.

This practice, apart from providing tremendous relief around the joints, helps to build a calmness of the mind. We are all aware of the clarity of decision making with a calm mind than with a darting mind. In today’s environment, where men are constantly between the past and future, Yoga can assist in bring about internal poise and tranquility. At the same time, it improves physical fitness and promotes well-being.

Predominantly, men like to build muscle, body toning via the various exercises would bring about a flexibility in the physical body. After all, one would require reaching behind one’s back to be able to scratch (literally scratching your own back rather than anyone else’s!)

This physical flexibility when coupled with mindfulness brings about a phenomenal change in outlook and a stillness to the mind, thus cultivating it. The change in outlook will aid in the ability for men to handle the modern challenges with equilibrium.

So, go ahead, stretch a little – it will go a long way.

Namaste 

Lifestyle Yoga Team

Boost Immunity With Yoga

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Best Asana & Prnayama To Boost Immunity

YOUR IMMUNITY YOGA CAPSULE

Life has changed for most of us in the past one year. We have a term new normal in our dictionary. While it is heartening to hear the vaccination has started in many parts of the world, it will take some time for life to get back to pre- corona days.

COVID- 19 has been the biggest challenge faced by mankind in the recent times. To maintain well- being and resume normal life post COVID-19 infection is not so easy for some. There is a general body weakness combined with stiffness of joints that stays for weeks.

Yoga the ancient spiritual practice is a great tool to regain well-being post the infection. Yoga does not need any equipment other than a mat and our mind.

Yoga boosts the immunity of our body. Daily Pranayama helps in strengthening the respiratory system. Meditation helps in regaining the emotional equilibrium. Practices of few asanas will help in regaining the strength and fitness levels of our body. A strong immune system can protect you from COVID-19 and other illnesses. There is no better way to boost your immunity than with yoga

In today’s blog we speak of few asanas to help your body restore. These asanas open the chest and increases supply of oxygen to the lungs. Take time out to do these simple asanas to calm your mind and relax your body.

1. Tadasana. (Palm tree pose):  In Sanskrit; tada, meaning “mountain” and asana meaning “seat” or “posture.”

  • Stand with feet slightly apart and ensure weight is balanced equally on both feet.
  • Inhale, lift your arms above your head. Interlock your fingers with palms facing upwards.
  • Your biceps should touch your ears gently.
  • Roll your shoulders back and lift your spine.This will open your chest cavity allowing more air to fill your lungs.
  • Relax your facial muscles. Stay for 30 seconds in the asana and return to normal posture.

Benefits of Tadasana:

“Samasehitih is the sanskrit name for this pose which means a balanced state. You will achieve a balance between your body and consciousness in this pose.

  1. Tadasana helps in correcting your posture while strengthening your spine. It opens the chest muscles promoting more oxygen to the lungs.
  2. This asana increases the flexibility of your ankles, thighs and joints. It tones the hips and abdomen muscles.
  3. Tadasana strengthens your nervous system and regulates your respiratory and digestive functions.

2: Tiryaka Tadasana. (swaying palm tree pose). In Sanskrit ‘ Triyaka’ means swaying. This asana is a variation of Tadasana that includes a side stretch.

  1. Stand with your feet apart at shoulder width. Inhale, lift your arms over your head.
  2. Interlock the fingers of both your hands with palms facing upwards.
  3. Stretch the arms upwards so that the biceps are touching your ears.
  4. While exhaling slowly bend to the right side of the body as much as your body allows.
  5. Keep the elbow and arm straight. You should feel a sweet stretch on the left side of the waist. Be in this position for a few seconds. Return to the center before repeating on the other side.

Benefits of Tiryaka Tadasana.

  1. This asana expands the chest and improves the breathing.
  2. This asana stretches the sides. Bending to the left, tones the liver which is on the right side of the body.
  3. It helps in fat reduction around the waist and tones the organs in the abdomen. This aids in digestion and proper bowel movement.
  4. It helps in strengthening of legs and creates a sense of balance.

3: Ardh Matsayenadrasana. (Half spinal twist). In Sanskrit, ardha, means “half”; matsya, meaning “fish”; indra, meaning “king”; and asana, meaning “pose.”

  1. Sit up straight and stretch the legs in front of you. Keep the feet together. Ensure the spine is straight.
  2. Bend the left leg. Place the heel of left foot close to the right thigh.
  3. Cross the right leg over the left knee.
  4. Keep the right hand behind you. Left hand on the right knee.
  5. Twist the waist, shoulders and neck to the right and look over the right shoulder. Hold the asana and take deep long breaths.
  6. To come out of the asana, breath out, release the right hand first (the hand behind you), release the waist, chest and neck
  7. Sit up and repeat on the other side.

Benefits of Ardh Matsayenadrasana:

  1. Opens the chest and increases the oxygen supply to the lungs.
  2. It opens the shoulder, hips and neck muscles. This Asana tones the obliques and abdomen muscles.
  3. This asana stretches the spine and helpful to increase the flexibility of spine.
  4. This asana aids in digestion. The deep twist massages the abdominal organs thus enabling digestion.

4: Paschimottanasana (Intense stretch pose). In Sanskrit “Paschima” means “west” which refers to the “Back side of the body” and “Uttana” means “Intense stretch or extended” and asana means “pose”.

  1. Sit up straight with legs stretched out straight in front of you. Keep the spine erect. The toes should be flexed towards you.
  2. Inhale deeply, widen your chest and raise both arms above your head. Stretch your hands to your maximum capacity.
  3. Exhaling out, lean forward from the hip joints, moving towards the toes. The movement should happen from the spine.
  4. Move forward till you place your hands on the legs, wherever they reach without any force. If you can, reach for your toes, to pull your body forward.
  5. Hold the heels, ankles or any part of the leg that can be reached comfortably. You can use a strap, to loop it around your foot soles to help you.
  6. Without bending your legs, further lengthen the front torso, try to bring the lower stomach to touch the legs, then the upper belly, followed by ribs and lastly the head.
  7. Be in the asana for at least 15 seconds before you release the pose.

Benefits of Paschimottanasana.

  1. This asana stretches the back muscles from head to toes.
  2. It massages the tones the abdomen and pelvic organs.
  3. Activate the meridian for kidney, health and lungs.
  4. Tones the shoulders.
  5. Activates the solar plexus chakra

5: Ustrasana . (Camel Pose). The name is derived from the Sanskrit ustra, meaning “camel,” and asana, meaning “pose”.

  1. Kneel on the yoga mat. Your knees should be in line with the shoulder. The soles of your feet should face the ceiling. Place your hands on the hips.
  2. Inhale as you engage your lower belly and draw in your tail bone.
  3. Next lift your sternum and allow the rib cage to expand.
  4. Slowly arch your back and drop your hands towards to your feet till your arms are straight.
  5. Keep your neck in neutral position. Do not strain the neck.
  6. Stay in this posture for a couple of breaths.
  7. To come out of the posture, bring your chin down to your chest. Engage your lower belly, using your hands to support your lower back come up slowly.

Benefits of Ustrasana.

  1. This asana opens up the chest area, aiding in better respiration and functioning of lungs.
  2. Regular practice of this asana opens up the hips, stretching the hip flexors.
  3. Stretches and opens the front of the body. It also strengthens the back and shoulders.
  4. Relieves the body of lower back ache. Spine flexibility improves by regular practice of this asana and improves the body posture.
  5. Stretches the abdominal muscles hence helping digestion.

6: Malasana or (Garland Pose):

  1. Spread your feet shoulder width apart.
  2. Bend your knees and lower your back to the floor to reach the squat position.
  3. Keep your spine straight.
  4. Take your arms inside the knees and bend your elbows to bring your hands in the namaste mudra.
  5. Allow your thumbs to tough the chest to keep the chest upright.

Benefits of Malasana.

  1. This asana strengthens calves and ankles, feet and toes.
  2. It also tones your abdominals thus aiding in digestion.
  3. This asana mobilizes the pelvic and hip joints. It helps relax the muscles of lower back.
  4. Ideal for prenatal yoga.

6: Pawan Muktha Asana. (Wind releasing pose). This word is from the Sanskrit language. pavana, meaning “wind”; mukta, meaning “to release”; and asana, meaning “pose.”

  1. Lie on your back with feet together and arms beside your body.
  2. Breathe in and as you exhale bring both your feet towards your chest.
  3. Hug your legs to your body with both your hands wrapped around the shins.
  4. Lift your head and chest off the floor and try to touch your chin to your knees.
  5. You can practice this Asana in three segments. First with the left knee, then with the right knee. After that with both the knees.

Benefits of Pawan Muktha Asana.

  1. Strengthens the lower back muscles thus improving the spinal health.
  2. Stretches the neck and the back muscles.
  3. Aids in digestion by massaging the intestines and other organs in the abdomen.
  4. The pressure on the abdomen releases the trapped gases in the large intestine.

Surya Namaskar Practice

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Your passport to good health and better immunity

SURYA NAMASKAR IN PRACTICE

In our last blog, we saw the overall benefits that the Ultimate Asana of Surya Namaskar can offer. We hope that since you read about it, you have been able to practice the same, at a pace of your choice.
Today, we will look in detail at the series of Asanas (postures) that complete the Surya Namaskar. Before beginning any exercise routine, one must have a willingness of the mind. So long as the mind willfully engaged, the practice becomes near perfect. Yoga is a combination of the physical and mental as the end game, is far higher than rectification of body irregularities. In keeping with this principle, the first Asana for the series begins with –

1. Pranamasana – (Prayer Pose) – Arms folded in prayer, astride your chest, with eyes closed, one calls for the mind to accompany each and every step of the way, thus preparing it in calm and purposeful way and balance the heart Chakra. Legs are held relaxed with heels together.

2. Hastottanasana (Raised Arms Pose) – It is one of the poses that repeats itself (Step 2 and 11). From the previous position, arms are raised above one’s head. As you get into final position, inhale synchronously. Try to let the biceps touch the ears, keeping the elbows straight and palms folded. Once in position, the lower back can be bent backwards, with the chin slightly raised upwards. This pose acts on the spinal cord, neck, develops a strong lower back and increased flexibility. The tension surrounding the neck muscles relax, expanding the lungs, increasing the oxygen carrying capacity. This pose directly impacts the Throat Chakra and beneficial for those with chronic throat issues.

3. Padahastanana – (Standing Forward Bending Pose) – this is also a repeat pose at Steps 3 and 10. Exhale from the previous position, bending forward. The forward bending should be from the lower back and not from the neck or shoulders. Remember to visualize your position with a straight spine. It helps as you approach the final position by looking up until your palms reach the floor. One can also hold the back of one’s ankles in the final position, fully exhaled and then look towards your toes. All forward bending postures increase the blood supply to the brain, improving memory and focus. Since the lower back is extended, with stomach compressed, it acts on abdominal muscles and the nervous system. One can feel a stretch down one’s calf and glutes muscles. This pose also improves the digestive system and balances the Solar Plexus Chakra.

4. Ashwa Sanchalanasana – (Equestrian or Horse Pose) – another repeat pose at steps 4 and 9 of the series. From the previous position, inhale into this position with right leg thrown backwards, extending it as much as possible, allowing the knee to fall as close to the ground as possible without touching it. The weight of body is taken on the front leg with the arms astride for support and balance. The front leg is at the centre of your chest. The throat is raised upwards. Synonymous with a horse, this pose strengthens the leg muscles. The human body structure is built around the legs that are like a pillar. Interestingly, studies have found 50% of bones and 50% of muscles in the human body are distributed in the legs. Keeping the legs strong prolongs aging. This pose directly acts on the legs, as you shift into alternate legs in Step 4 and 9, thus distributing your entire body weight on the front leg. As the spine is stretched along the quadriceps and hip muscles, it stimulates the abdominal glands, balancing the Heart, Solar Plexus and Third Eye Chakras.

5. Dandasana (Plank Pose) – Step 5 of the Surya Namaskar series. The front leg is thrown back as you exhale fully. Both legs can be together or slightly apart, as comfortable. The body weight is distributed on the arms and shoulders. Visualize to let the arms and wrists remain in line with shoulder width, looking straight ahead. The neck, back, spine are all aligned in one straight line. This pose tones the arms, wrists and leg muscles. It acts mainly on the core and is a great posture for reducing belly fat. It also acts on the Solar Plexus Chakra.

6. Ashtanga Namaskar (8 limbed Pose) – Step 6 of the series – it literally translates into Astha (8) Anga (limb). The 8 limbs (body parts) are touching the floor. From the Dandasana, lower yourself into this pose, allowing the chin, chest, palms, knees and toes curled towards you to reach the floor. No inhalation or exhalation required in this pose, as this is also a relaxation pose meant to rejuvenate before completion of the remaining poses in the series. It also acts on the sacral, root and solar plexus Chakras.

7. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) – Step 7 of the series. From the Asthanga Namaskar, raise yourself on your arms, curling the toes outwards, resting on your ankles. The lower back is compressed and the next stretches upwards as you inhale into final position. This position is believed to prevent slipped discs. As it puts pressure on the back, neck and spine, it relieves headache and backache. It also acts on the Sacral Chakra.

8. Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog) – Step 8 of the series. From Bhujangasana, lift yourself on your toes so that you rest on your feet. With the feet apart, no more than shoulder width, visualize your body into an inverted V shape, straightening your knees and bridging your head between your hands, with elbows straight. Let your head hang loose between your hands, spread your fingers evenly so that the weight is evenly distributed. Let your breath flow normally once your exhale into final position. This pose is often called the salt of Hatha Yoga postures – as salt enlivens a dish, so does the Downward Dog enliven your bod making you feel alive, flavorful and spicier. Acting on the Sacral Chakra, it is believed to relieve varicose veins. It stretches the calf muscles and hamstring and puts pressure on shoulders. As with any inversion pose, it improves blood circulation thus relieving stress.

9-12. Are repeat  postures of Horse, forward bending and back to the Prayer poses.

It is recommended that you begin your practice under a teacher or a student who has gone through the series. As with any of the poses, let your body dictate your level of comfort with any pose, never reaching the pain threshold of greater than 7 (with 10 as maximum pain level). This is the reason that awareness is a key element of Yoga practice – with your mind involved in practice, there is practically no change of injury.

Surya Namaskar practices, with just the Asana series, can do wonders for your body. As you attain the perfection allowed by your body, start the rhythmic breathing for each of the poses. Once you are comfortable with the series and breath control, you can enhance further spiritual connection by the chanting of mantras as noted on the first blog. Regularity in practice is the key to achieving success.

Namaste 

Lifestyle Yoga Family.

Surya Namaskar

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Your passport to good health and better immunity

SURYA NAMASKAR

One of the ways to combat stress and anxiety is to boost one’s immunity system and develop a mindfulness that results in a balanced outlook. Regular practice of Yoga which is a holistic approach to life can result in small, incremental improvements that improve body’s defence mechanisms.

Today, we will focus on the importance of Surya Namaskar which is a series of yogic postures (Asanas) that one can practice anywhere. All you need is willingness to practice along your body and mind. Typically, it is to be done at sunrise – however, so long as one has a gap of at least 3-4 hours between the practice and last meal, it should be perfectly fine. So long as humans have existed on Earth, the Sun has held fascination for its light, radiation, movement, warmth and a host of other mysteries, that have slowly been explained as a result of advancements. However, across geographies and cultures, the importance of our Sun to existence has held firm.

Surya Namaskars, also known as sun salutations, were practiced thousands of years ago by people who may have worshipped the Sun. Surya means sun, the creator of all things and Nama means to bow or to worship. There are about 12 mantras to be chanted to offer our prayers and gratitude to the Sun. Apart from offering a prayer and gratitude, it is also a wonderful exercise. It involves all the parts of the body and helps to increase stamina, strength and endurance with regular practice.

Surya Namaskars, also known as sun salutations, were practiced thousands of years ago by people who may have worshipped the Sun. Surya means sun, the creator of all things and Nama means to bow or to worship. There are about 12 mantras to be chanted to offer our prayers and gratitude to the Sun. Apart from offering a prayer and gratitude, it is also a wonderful exercise. It involves all the parts of the body and helps to increase stamina, strength and endurance with regular practice.

It is called ‘The Ultimate Asana’ and one keeps hearing from various Yoga instructors that a simple practice of Surya Namaskar is adequate to keep you fit, supple and mentally alert acting on the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of the body.

In short, it helps in

  • improving flexibility and strength (physical benefit)
  • calming the mind and activate blocked chakras of the body (emotional and mental benefit) and
  • cultivating the mind when mantra chanting is involved (spiritual benefit).

Surya Namaskar is a combination of 8 asanas where 4 are repeated, giving a total of 12 postures to complete one set. It engages almost 92% of the body’s muscles from head to toe strengthening our back, lower body, upper body as well as core muscles. It also improves metabolism and assists in losing belly fat. It improves blood circulation which in turn imparts a glow on your face as it releases toxins out of the body. It helps in spine strengthening which is literally the backbone of the body as most nerves of the body pass through the spine. Furthermore, it helps in boosting the performance of sluggish glands and improves irregular menstrual cycles. In a nutshell, it is a comprehensive workout that benefits the entire body – when done at a slower pace, helps to improve flexibility; when done at a moderate pace helps to improve the muscular tone and when done at a fast pace it helps to lose weight.

In our next blog, we will look at each of the Asanas in the series that acts on particular muscle groups. Until then, go ahead and practice.

Namaste

Lifestyle Yoga Team

corporate wellbeing enquiry

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CORPORATE WELLNESS YOGA

Life patterns are changing and so are your employees. However, often, if given a chance to choose between health and career goals, they’d choose the latter. It is time you help them find a middle ground!

This is where corporate wellness helps. It saves time, helps team bonding, changes routine at work, gives you a break when you need it (and a healthy one at that), stimulates ideas, fuels healthy competitiveness and thus increases productivity- and what better way than the yoga way!

Lifestyle Yoga’s corporate wellness program has been specially curated to maximize positive impact on the body and mind. It ensures the over-all wellbeing of the participants and engages them in fun sessions, exercise based routines with equal impact on breathing, bonding, meditating and stretching!

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WORKPLACE WORKOUTS

A study done by the University of Bristol observed the effects of midday workouts on 200 employees at an IT firm.Their research showed:

niyama of patanjali

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Total Purification Of The body & Mind

5-NIYAMA OF PATANJALI

The second sutra prescribed by Patanjali is Niyama. Niyama translates as ‘positive duties’. These are habits to be cultivated for healthy living. The Niyamas should be installed in our behaviour, for us to live consciously and attain self-realization. The practise of Niyama gives us the self-discipline and inner-strength necessary to progress along the path of yoga.

There are 5 Niyamas of Yoga.

1. SAUCHA OR CLEANLINESS

Shoucha santoshatapaha swadhyaya eshwarapran idhanani niyamaha” (II Sutra 32)

Shoucha = purity, cleanliness; Santosha = happiness; Tapaha = penance; Swadhyaya = self-study; Eshwarapranidhana = devotion to God.

Saucha – The Sanskrit term can be literally translated as “purity,” “cleanliness”.

This Niyama includes many practices for cleansing the body and mind. In our daily life we are surrounded by impurities in the external environment and internal body. When we have a clean environment around us, our thinking gets clear. Regular practices of asana, pranayama, and meditation cleanse and purify the body and mind to maintain a pure state of being. Consciously we should surround ourselves with clean environment be it friends, food, home or our office space.

We can practice saucha in the class by taking a shower before our class. We can start a habit of washing our feet and hands before entering the classroom. The Yoga mat should be wiped down after each class. Saucha of speech can be practised in the yoga class. Maintaining silence helps to deepen the practice and show respect to the teacher.

2. SANTOSHA OR CONTENTMENT

The word is from the Sanskrit sam, meaning “completely” and tosha, meaning “contentment”. Altogether, it translates to “complete contentment.”

Santosha is a state of attitude and inner peace. In life we are constantly comparing with others. Our happiness is tied to material wealth and possessions rather than a spiritual awakening. Santosa means accepting what we have and moving forward from that situation. We should learn to appreciate what we have rather than complain about what we do not have.

Let us not to look outside of ourselves for happiness, but to realize that peace and happiness lies within. Let us not wait for happiness. We have everything within us to make us happy and feel contented.

3. TAPAS OR INNER FIRE

The word comes from the Sanskrit root word “tap”, which means “warmth or heat.” This word in yoga can be related to the concept of the inner fire needed to achieve spiritual awakening. Tapas requires will power that can be developed over time with regular practice. Self-discipline is doing an activity that we don’t like doing, keeping in mind the long-term positive effects on our life. Disciplined yoga practice can be one type of tapas. All of us know there is discipline and effort for regular yoga practice in a meaningful way. It will change our life for the better in the long run.

Tapas can be towards inculcating new habits, achieving better focus, paying attention to our health. Most of the times the desire of the mind conflicts with the will power, which can cause an inner fire. This fire becomes the foundation of spiritual energy. It is said by yogis that practicing regular Tapas can release the Kundalini energy.

4. SWADHYAYA OR SELF SPRITUAL STUDY

The term comes from the Sanskrit roots sva, meaning “self”, and adhyaya, meaning “lesson,”. Svadhyaya means a close study of the self.

The yogic practice of Svadhyaya involves studying spiritual and sacred texts. These texts can give us a direction to find our true self. These texts are difficult to start at first. We can start by studying a yoga blog, or a book or even a poem that resonate with your thoughts. This way we can cultivate our mind to reading more serious material.

It is not enough to just read, one should reflect on the readings. Applying the readings to our own experiences and making the necessary changes is a must. This way we take our yoga practice from the mat to our everyday life.

We should contemplate on the lessons we learn from our lives. Examining our thoughts helps us to understand ourselves and brings about clarity in our thoughts. Many a times our actions are unconscious without much thought to the repercussions it can cause. Contemplation helps us to see our thoughts in a composed manner rather than a reactive manner.

5. ISHWAR PRANIDHAN OR SURRENDERING THE SELF FULLY TO THE DIVINE

.. In Sanskrit , Ishvara means “Lord” or “Supreme God,” and pranidhana means “surrender”.

Ishvara pranidhana is surrendering the self fully to the Divine or the superior force. We should trust the wisdom of the Divine to guide our life and actions.

Surrendering oneself to the superior power is described as the easy path to peace and realization. But most of us know this is the hardest path to follow. We are inclined to control our every action and the outcome thereof. “Letting go” is not easy.

Yoga helps us to achieve this by practices of meditation along with matra and mudra.

To benefit from a yoga practice, we have to expand beyond the mat and bring the yamas and niyamas into our everyday life. When we achieve this transition, we not only stretch and strengthen our bodies, we expand our minds and heart as well. We move closer to the path of self-realization and are connected with the universe.

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