Yoga is an ancient practice introduced more than 3 centuries ago by saints in India for the well being of human mind, body and spirit. It keeps all the parts including mind healthy, provided you practice it regularly with full devotion.
The Yoga was introduced by Patanjali, with clear principles called Yogasutra. These Yogasutras are eternal and the proof is that it is still being recognized and practiced by millions of people across the globe.
Yoga does not mean doing physical exercise or replacing the physical exercises that one normally does. It also does not mean meditation. Of course, it does have physical exercises to help our body to be free from toxic elements, but it is not only that!
Yogic practice involves
- Asanas, nothing but postures, to balance the body and mind through the physical body;
- Pranayama, nothing but breathing exercises, to work on the energy body; and
- Meditation to clam and focus on the mind.
So, working on the attitude and aspects of Yoga is very important. They are:
- Gnana Yoga - the path of knowledge;
- Bhakthi Yoga - the path of heart and emotion;
- Karma Yoga - the path of service; and
- Other Yoga - the spiritual path
We will see these in detail in this site. But, please remember the following:
I have included descriptions of some common yogas in this website, however, the list is by no means complete and exhaustive and it is recommended to receive these and other advanced teachings from a competent master. Doing it alone without proper guidance may or may not help you or it can hurt you, so please be careful!
Thank you, All the Best!
