INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY

INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY

International yoga day , or commonly and unofficially referred to as Yoga Day, is celebrated annually on 21 June since its inception in 2015. An international day for yoga was declared unanimously by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) . Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual practice originated in India . The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his UN address suggested the date of 21 June, as it is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and shares a special significance in many parts of the world.

The main event will be held in Ranchi and is expected to draw about 50,000 participants. The theme of the day is going to be "Yoga for Heart" and it is going to be a great day of harmonizing development to our body.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ji speaks on UN Declaration of June 21st as World Yoga Day.

Yoga is a lifestyle and should not be mistaken for only asanas. A disease-free body, quiver-free breath, stress-free mind, inhibition-free intellect, obsession-free memory, ego that includes all, and soul which is free from sorrow are the signs of a perfect yogi. As Krishna said in the Bhagvad Gita , “Samatvam Yoga Ucyate” – equanimity in the individual is a sign of yoga.

India is the land where yoga was born and we must finally take the responsibility to spread it everywhere, starting from classrooms. This will help young people to move away from gun culture and violence.

"Yoga is skill in action. The skill is to see, how to keep your spirit uplifted, your energy high and accomplish the task in hand.This comes only by Yoga. Yoga should not be limited or misunderstood as just some exercise. It is a holistic development, expression & connection of human life."

-Shri Shri Ravi Shankar Ji, Founder of the Art of Living Foundation

Yoga is not only a physical exercise where you twist, turn, stretch, and breathes in the most complex ways. These are actually only the most superficial aspect of this profound science of unfolding the infinite potentials of the human mind and soul. It leads to the healthy development of mind, body and soul by mastering certain yoga postures or asanas with breathing techniques. Pranayama needs special mention. It is the simplest form of yoga which is done before any asana. It teaches you how you can do wonders to your body by gaining control over your breath.

The Objectives Of International Day Of Yoga:

• To let you know the amazing and natural benefits of yoga.
• To reduce the rate of health challenging diseases all over the world.
• To bring communities much close together to spend a day for health from busy schedule.
• To enhance growth, development and spread peace all through the world.
• To help you get relief from stress through yoga.
• To spread the awareness of how yoga can heal the physical and mental diseases.
• To promote better mental, physical and spiritual development through yoga practice.

The Positive Influences Of Yoga On Kids:

• Improves your brain functions, memory and concentration.
• Helps you to gain flexibility and improves your posture.
• Helps in improving blood circulation which is needed for the healthy development of your mind and body.
• It plays a very important role in helping you to cope with stress.

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