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Sunday 19 April 2020

Self-discipline in yoga practice



Self-discipline in yoga practice
"Yoga is controlling the modifications of the mind.” - Patanjali yoga sutra

When we think about any form of exercise, the initial thoughts that come to our mind are the time and effort required for this activity, how often we need to practice, how difficult or easy it is, and so on. However, the most important attribute required for any type exercise or activity is self-discipline.
We all know that yoga is now acknowledged as a holistic form of exercise, and people throughout the world practice various forms of yoga. Each form has its own significance and benefits in improving a person's physical and mental well-being.
One of the goals of yoga is to attain self-discipline and self-awareness. Whatever form of yoga one practices, the most important and crucial requirement is self-discipline, without which, one cannot see the positive results of yoga.



Yoga is a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual discipline. It is also a way of life.
General benefits associated with the practice of asanas are:
  • Lowers blood pressure
  • Lowers blood sugar levels
  • Lowers production of cortisol (stress hormone)
  • Increases flexibility, core strength, and balance
  • Increases vitality and energy
  • Boosts your metabolism
  • Calms down the amygdala (the centre of fear and anxiety in your brain)
  • Improves sleep quality
  • Improves posture
  • Improves immune system
  • Reduces chronic pain
In the Patanjali Yoga sutra, self-discipline is known as 'Tapas'. It is the willingness to do the work and the desire to learn. Self-discipline can be applied to any activity – being more productive at work, improving your interpersonal relationships, following a healthy diet, learning a new hobby, controlling your anger and emotions, etc. In yoga, self-discipline is the commitment to the practice.


Yoga - The Science of Life

 Yoga
The physical; mental; spiritual disciplined way of life

Evolved
Yoga originated in India since a very long time

Purpose
The purpose of practicing Yoga is seeking to live in a harmonious with one’s own self and one’s surroundings; the environment

Attributes
The beneficial attributes are tremendous and extensively well known

Peaceful Approach
Yoga enable us to discover our inner strengths and channel it towards meaningful use

Characterizes
It is well known that Yoga characterizes the true essence of the Soul

Awareness; True Essence
Yoga reveals the awareness relating to perceptions of various aspects more meaningfully; thereby enabling oneself to discover the true essence of one’s life

Awareness
Yoga enable us to be more attentive; aware; enhancing the power of our concentration

Health – Wellness
Yoga is considered to remarkably assist with Health

Awakening
Yoga enables awakening of the spiritual energy

Natural
Yoga follows a natural approach whereby our personality glows radiating

Goodness
The goodness is immense; the body feel revitalized; in this context it is known to revitalize the immune system as well, which is an exceptional aspect

Relaxation
Yoga helps the body to relax

Balance
Yoga helps balance the mind and improves focus – attention; concentration

Synchronization – Alignment
Yoga helps synchronize – align the inner and outer self

Calm
Yoga helps to calm the Soul

Management
Yoga helps with stress management and depression considerably

 Universal Appreciation; Happiness; Gratitude & Wisdom
May Universal Appreciation; Happiness; Consideration; Compassion; Respect; Peace; Love; Cooperation; Inspiration; Gratitude; Economic Development, Stability; Prosperity, Progress & Wisdom prevail always

If you are careless, if you are irregular in your Yogic practices, if your dispassion wanes, if you give up your Sadhana for some days on account of laziness, the adverse forces will take you away from the true path of Yoga. You will be stranded. It will be very difficult for you to rise up again to the original pinnacle. Therefore, be very regular in your practices.


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