Yoga poses that promote peace of mind

Yoga has been practised by people for thousands of years. It has its origin in India and later on it was followed by western countries as well. While some people practice yoga to benefit their physical health, others do it for peace of mind. The good old yoga not only involves asanas that increase flexibility and release tension but it also offers spiritual and mental health. Most yoga practices consist of controlled breathing and meditation. While some believe that the yoga poses which makes their body move are the ones that benefit their body the most, there are few poses that are performed by sitting still and breathing.  They help calm your mind and reduce stress.

Here is a look at three yoga poses that help in attaining long-term peace of mind:

  1. Lotus position

The lotus position is also known as the cross-legged position. It is one of the most popular poses which are performed while meditating. It has been said that the position of the body during the lotus pose impacts the way your mind functions. When you are in an open position like the lotus pose, you can open your mind easily to the meditative thoughts. There are different types of lotus positions such as the full lotus pose known as Padmasana in Sanskrit. It is one of the most stable positions that place a foot on each thigh or the half lotus pose known as ArdhaPadmasana where the foot rests on a thigh, and another foot is placed under the thigh. Whichever pose makes you feel comfortable should be the best pose to find peace of mind.

  1. The corpse pose

The corpse pose which is also known as Savasana is a complete relaxation pose which not only calms you down but also relieves mild depression and headaches. It is one of the most effective poses that can bring mental peace in the long run.

  1. Standing forward bend

The asana is best for people who are flexible and don’t mind standing. You can begin forward bend by standing straight with feet parallel to your hips. Keeping the back straight, bend from the hips till the time your hamstrings start stretching. Place the palms on the floor. With each exhalation, allow the body to relax deep into the stretch. Feel the stress leaving your body with each breath.

Deep breathing in yoga, when paired with moving or standing poses, can increase relaxation and peace of mind. Yoga may be stressful or forceful for beginners, but with the passage of time, it brings calming effects.

 

Author Bio– Devakar Sandhu is a renowned yoga practitioner who holds certification in Yoga Teacher Training India and has an experience of more than 10 years as a yoga tutor. He is a yoga and life coach, who helps in transforming the lifestyle through yoga.

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