Yoga is a spiritual journey from ignorance to knowledge, from the root to consciousness, from weakness to liberation, from life to Brahma, from direct to indirect, and from the limited to the unlimited. Some learned sages have said that yoga also means union. In short words, yoga is the union of one’s soul with the Supreme Soul.
In the article titled spirituality and benefits of yoga, I have written specifically focusing on the spirituality of yoga, and the benefits of yoga practice. If you have any suggestions or information after reading it, please contact me. A regular and pure-minded yoga practitioner will definitely attain spirituality and the benefits of yoga.
निष्काम कर्मयोग selfless action?
The holy scripture “Gita” says that the yoga of knowledge and the yoga of action without desire are the same. A person who sees the yoga of knowledge and the yoga of action as equal, has realized the truth. Therefore, it is better to practice the yoga of action without desire.
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Awareness about yoga!
Today, there is a lot of discussion about yoga all over the world. National Yoga Days and international yoga days have been celebrated since June 21, 2015. The purpose of this yoga day is to make people aware of yoga.
Yoga is considered very effective in solving various physical and mental diseases caused by the current changing lifestyle. Yoga is becoming more popular day by day. Yoga can be done by people of any age group. Doctors also suggest that yoga is a solution to some health problems. Programs are being held in many places from time to time about the importance of yoga.
The real meaning of yoga
What is yoga? The literal meaning of yoga comes from the Sanskrit language yuj, which means the union of the soul with God. That is, yoga has so much power that it can achieve immortality. Some people consider yoga simple, but it is a much greater human welfare science than that. Yoga is primarily a spiritual discipline, in which the complete essence of lifestyle has been assimilated. Yoga is both an art and a science. It is a science because it provides practical ways to control the body and mind.
Yoga makes deep meditation possible. And, it is an art, unless it is practiced naturally and sensitively. It gives only superficial results. Yoga is not just a system of belief, it brings about mutual harmony by keeping in mind the effect of body and mind on each other.
There are many types of yoga. 1. Raja Yoga, 2. Hatha Yoga, 3. Laya Yoga, 4. Gyana Yoga, 5. Karma Yoga and 6. Bhakti Yoga. In addition, many dimensions of yoga are discussed such as Bahiranga Yoga, Nada Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Tantra Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Sadhana Yoga, Kriya Yoga, Sahaja Yoga, Mudra Yoga, and Swara Yoga, but all these yogas are included in the above six types. We can do many types of Pranayama and Yoga helps to keep our body healthy, which makes us strong both physically and mentally.
Beneficial experience of yoga
1. Yoga reduces stress and relaxes the body. Many studies have found that yoga can reduce the flow of cortisol (stress hormone). This helps people stay free from mental illness. 2. Regular yoga relieves anxiety. Many studies have shown that yoga can help reduce anxiety. According to one study, 50 people took yoga classes for 3 months to reduce stress and anxiety. After 3 months of regular practice, their anxiety was reduced.
3. Reduces body swelling – Yoga practice can also help reduce the problem of body swelling. Muscle swelling is a normal immune response, but it can contribute to the development of chronic inflammation and pro-inflammatory diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Therefore, through yoga, you can get rid of these diseases by reducing inflammation. 4. Healthy heart – Yoga can help reduce many risk factors for heart-related diseases by improving kidney health.
5. Makes the body flexible and agile – Yoga should be done daily to keep the body flexible and balanced. A recent study of a university runner who practiced yoga for 12 weeks showed that men who practiced yoga had more flexibility and balance than the general population.
6. Improves digestion – Stress can lead to ulcers and constipation. If you reduce stress, you can get rid of all these problems. Yoga reduces constipation and theoretically reduces the risk of colon cancer.
7. Energizes the body – Regular yoga practice not only makes the body flexible but also energizes it. Yoga has a special asana that is designed to increase strength and build muscle.
8. Better sleep – Daily yoga practice helps in getting better sleep. In a study conducted in 2005, 69 elderly people with sleep problems were asked to practice yoga. After which they got better sleep.
9. Relieves physical pain – Millions of people are affected by old wounds. Due to problems such as injuries caused by accidents and joint pain, they have to live with pain for the rest of their lives. According to studies, regular yoga practice can help reduce many types of chronic pain or injuries.
10. Yoga makes a Happy Life – Yoga is spreading as an adjunct therapy by improving the quality of life of many people. In one study, 100 senior citizens were made to do yoga for 6 months. The results were surprising. The study found that yoga practice improved the quality of life and also reduced anxiety and fatigue.
Conclusion! on Spirituality and Benefits of Yoga
The above article about the spirituality and benefits of yoga is very important. The present era is a polluted and turbulent era. Modern science has provided many facilities for the people. We have been able to use facilities such as education, health, transportation, food, drinks, clothes, etc. But we are feeling that spirituality and peace are disappearing day by day.
At present, people are suffering from conflict, quarrels, stress, worries, diseases, etc. and are living a turbulent life. The only way to get free of this painful situation and live a happy and peaceful life is through yoga practice and spirituality. Therefore, I would like to tell everyone to think about spirituality and do yoga practice.
Finally, I would like to say that with the aim of contributing to the public by providing my special knowledge, skills, and experience of yoga practice, I have started a YouTube channel named K.N. Sapkota. Interested noble souls can watch and practice yoga.