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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