We all hear about the fabulous physical benefits that we get from regular yoga, but how does yoga help our mind?
We all hear about the fabulous physical benefits that we get from regular yoga, but how does yoga help our mind?
1. Calms the Nerves: Yoga moves you from sympathetic (flight or flight) to the parasympathetic (rest and digest) state. Deep breathing helps us to transition to a state of relaxation and thus reducing stress.
2. Builds self-trust and confidence: Yoga is all about non-judgement and through this we build trust in ourselves. This results in greater confidence through which we develop a balanced sense of self and balanced ego.
3. Better relationships with loved ones: Being more centred reflects on those around us. We are more likely to react in a calm and measured way, replacing the angry outbursts of old.
4. Promotes clear thinking and concentration: Removing emotional reactions and moving into the parasympathetic nervous system helps us to make rational, logical decisions and improves concentration.
5. Relaxation and sleep improvements: The practice of breathing techniques and the ability to calm the mind helps to improve the length and quality of our sleep.