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Practicing Yoga is very common in our society. Many people have already experienced the  benefits of Breathwork, Asana and yogic Philosophy for their wellbeing and have made it a part  of their everyday life. But what about our kids?  Does it make sense to do Yoga with kids? Many kids have to deal with sensory overload or pressure in different ways. Performance pressure  can become an issue very early, even in Kindergarten. During the pandemic other issues became  more serious. Some kids still suffer from the effects of social distancing. And some kids have to  re-learn social skills. All that can effect the body and mind of young children. But what does that have to do with Yoga? The physical benefits of Yoga for kids are the same as for adults: - body and breath awareness are  trained,  -the practice helps to improve the posture, -the muscular system is strengthened.  -motor  skills and coordination are refined.  -the urge to move...

 Pranayama, or breath control, is an ancient yogic science that is an essential component of yoga. The term pranayama is derived from two Sanskrit words: "prana," which means vital energy or life force, and "yama," which means control.  Rather than controlling the breath, ancient scriptures define pranayama as a yogic practice that aims to expand the breath. Through regular practice, one can feel and guide the pran to improve one's physical, mental, and emotional health.   Pranayama, or yogic breathing, is an essential component of hatha yoga. It’s a centuries-old technique that has been practised in India and other parts of the world for thousands of years. It is a simple yet effective method for improving health and quality of life.   The benefits of Pranayama   Pranayama has numerous health and mental benefits. Here are a few examples: ·        Stress and anxiety are reduced : Regular pranayama practice can help to ...

With more people than ever experiencing stress and anxiety, many are turning to yoga for help. With a lineage over 5000 years old, yoga is a holistic method that aims at inner balance. Although in today’s Western society, the main focus of yoga is on its physical postures, it is through looking at the ancient yogic scriptures that we can better understand the mechanisms of stress and how yoga can h elp.   Is Yoga only about postures? The Sanskrit root of yoga is ‘yuk’ meaning to ‘yoke’, or unite. Essentially, yoga describes union. The union of the body, mind and soul.  Through this union, the yogi can see their true self, and unite with the truth of the universe. Through this union, the mind is calm. Rather than focusing solely on what happens on the yoga mat, the yogic wisdom invites us to explore how we interact with the world around us.  As it is from this interaction that stress arises, observing how we do it is often the first step towards a balanced life. ...