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Yoga and Body
On the physical level, some of the benefits of yoga are that it: Improves flexibility, the range of joint movements, the posture and alignment of the body, blood circulation and digestion.
Strengthens, nourishes and tones the muscles, joints, bones, internal tissues and organs. Enhances the function of endocrine glands; Provides prevention, relief and helps recovery from many illnesses such as chronic pain, anxiety and panic, gastro-intestinal disorders, sleep disturbances, fatigue, high blood pressure, headaches, depression, etc.; Overall the body feels healthier, more energetic, balanced, graceful, with greater immunity to disease and stress-related effects.
Yoga and Mind
If the mind is well, all else feels well. That is why, in Sri Sri Yoga, a great importance is given to the wellness of mind. With regular practice of yoga some of the benefits one experiences are:
More peacefulness and calmness Improved alertness and clarity Increased ability to deal effectively with short and long term stressful situations. Increased concentration of mind Improved self-esteem Decreased reliance on drugs. Greater energy and enthusiasm for life.
Yoga and Spirit
It is the ignorance alone that keeps one from seeing the reality of life. Ignorance alone is the cause of all sufferings. Through the regular practice of yoga one develops skills and experiential understanding to see the reality of life and appreciate its beauty.
When you see the beauty in life, you are able to admire and adore the Creator, the Spirit, the God. You see the Divine presence every where including in yourself. You form a stronger and loving connection with yourself which brings fulfilment and a meaningful purpose to life. It is out of this fulfillment you experience unconditional happiness and are able to share this joy with others.
What happens to a person when they are totally taken care if in every aspect of life: physically, mentally, emotionally, socially and spiritually? Not just taken care of in the most basic way, but completely and absolutely fulfilled so that any feeling of need or want subsides, and each moment is so wonderful that any thought fades into insignificance.
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