Yoga in daily life

Ancient science reviewed

ADDRESS by

Dr. Pranav Pandya. MD

Chancellor : Dev Sanskriti University, Himalayas Head: ALL WORLD GAYATRI PARIVAR,HARDWAR

Yoga
is a way of life It is predominantly concerned with maintaining a state of equilibrium / equipoise at all costs Samatvam Yog Ucchyate(GITA)

Foundation
the result of Sagacious wisdom and insight of Ancient Rishis of Himalayas in : Physiology Psychology, Ethics and Spirituality

Foundation
Lord Krishna in Bhagwat Gita has given the path to all human beings so as to harmonize the body, mind and spirit Maharshi Patanjali systematized the various yogic practices and traditions of his times in his Treatise Yoga Sutra Yogah Chitta Vritti Nirodhah

Foundation
Later on Hathayogic text also gave the techniques to make the body supple, light weighted and free from anxiety and all possible ailments

Health
WHO defined (1948) health as state of physical, mental and social well-being and not merely absence of disease

Spiritual dimension was added much later. Role of spirituality in Modern conventional system of medicine has been neglected since its inception

Yoga
is a total science of strengthening and improving the Physical, Mental and Spiritual state of being

Yoga
The word "yoga" originates from the sanskrit root yuj which means Union

Union of the Individual Self with the Universal Self Union of the body, mind, emotions and intellect

WHAT IS

YOGA

Yoga is the exchange of an egoistic for a universal or cosmic consciousness lifted towards or informed by supra-cosmic, transcendent, unnamable who is the source and and support of all things.

IN REAL SENSE

Yoga is the passage of human thinking; animal towards the God-consciousness from which he has descended (bhatka hua devta)
SRIRAM SHARMA ACHARYAJI.

Ashtanga Yoga
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali describe Yoga as a practice of :
Yama Niyama Asanas Pranayama Pratyahara Dharana Dhyana Samadhi Eternal vows Observances Adjusting the body in various postures Regulated breathing in dimension of Cosmic Prana Internalization of the senses of perception Concentration of S/conscious mind Meditation: a bath to personality of noble and Ideal thoughts State of self realization

YOGA:MAIN ELEMENTS
Aspiration: Deepest Devotion, Perfect objectivity ,Yoga Approach Consecration: Complete Surrender and Communion with God. Self Introspection: Search Thyself first. Golden Attitude - Other are right , I may be wrong. Meditative Silence: In absolute silence sleeps an absolute power

Yam
Patanjali's Yoga Sutra describes five of them. They are the guidelines for how we interact with the outer world, the social disciplines to guide us in our relationships with others. These five are: Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truthfulness), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (celibacy) and Aparigraha (non-covetousness)

Niyam
The niyamas are the second constituents of Ashtanga Yoga. How we interact with ourselves, our internal world. The niyamas are about self-regulationhelping us maintain a positive environment in which to grow. Shaucha or purity, Santosha or contentment, Tapa or austerity, Swadhyaya or self-Training thru reading Ishwar-Pranidhan or meditation on the Divine

Yogasanas
A posture in harmony with one's inner consciousness Asanas help in balancing and harmonizing the basic structure of the human body, which is why they have a range of therapeutic uses too

Functions
Yogasanas basically perform five functions:

Conative (Voluntary exercise of the organs of action) Cognitive (Purposeful channelization of positive energy) Mental Intellectual and Spiritual

Functions
The postures are designed to release tension, improve flexibility and maximize the flow of vital energy Thereby affecting the various interrelated channels (nadis) of the mind-body complex

Benefits of Yogasanas
The regular practice of yogasanas has an immense amount of therapeutic value Regular practice helps to keep our body fit, controls metabolism, thereby cholesterol and sugar level, reduces weight, normalizes blood pressure and improves heart performance Physical fitness thus achieved leads to reduction of physical stress and greater vitality

Categories of Yogasanas
Standing Asanas Forward Bending Asanas Supine Asanas Inverted Asanas Abdominal and Lumbar Asanas Twisting Asanas Back Bending Asanas and Balancing Asanas

Standing Asanas
They bring elasticity in joints and muscles Build up stamina and physical stability

Forward Bending Asanas

In these postures the posterior half of the body is stretched. These prepare you to proceed further in yoga and bring consistency in the development of physical and mental pliability

Sitting and Supine Asanas

Sitting upright and supine extending positions help a sadhaka prepare physically and mentally for pranayama

Inverted Asanas
These help recover from everyday stress. They give vitality, mental balance and emotional stability

Abdominal and Lumbar Asanas

These tone and massage the abdominal organs and strengthen the pelvic and lumbar areas

Twisting Asanas
They consists of lateral stretching and twisting of the spine, toning the internal organs and reaching new horizons while tranquilizing the mind

Back Bending Asanas

These bring physical and mental sharpness and alertness. The postures are the opposite of forward bends as are the effects. In forward bends the posterior spine is extended, bringing consistency and mental peace, whereas in back bends the anterior spine is extended and stretched. The effect is invigorating and enlivening.

Balancing Asanas
These strengthen the arms and wrists and exercise the abdominal organs. They also make the body feel light and help attain a good bearing

Pranayam
Prana is the Vital Cosmic Energy Aayam implies dimension

Pranayam thus means go into dimension of Prana and try to exercise in it. It is much more than mere deep breathing

Basic Rules for Pranayam

Environment should be clean fresh and peaceful The posture should be erect sitting on vajra or sukh asana Appropriate time is the early morning (one hour before and one hour after sunrise) Stomach should be kept empty Restrict negative thoughts Keep your mind busy in creative works & be regular Perform meditation with pranayam

Meditation
A cleanser of our mental garbage Our day to day necessecity

It gives relief from mental constipation

Meditation

Implies concentration of conscious mind. Focus it on unconscious integrate both go towards super conscious and establish on it. This is whole of meditation.

Benefits of Meditation
Enhanced memory, Muscular relaxation, Mental equipoise, Inner calmness, Increased awareness, Cheerfulness all the time, Disappearance of jealousy lust and other vices, Behavioural modification and Psi qualities

Yoga Therapy
The aging process, which is largely an artificial condition, caused mainly by autointoxication or self-poisoning, can be slowed down by practicing yoga. By keeping the body clean, flexible and well lubricated, we can significantly reduce the catabolic process of cell deterioration.

Yoga Therapy also Involves

Dietary Recommendation Regularization of Routine Proper Environment Guidance

Yoga Therapy - Basis

Five Sheaths of Body (Annamaya Kosha,
Pranamaya Kosha, Manomaya Kosha, Vigyanmaya Kosha, Anandmaya Kosha)

Six Chakras
Vishuddhi, Agya)

(Mooladhar, Swadhisthan, Manipura, Anahat,

Nadis (Mainly Ida and Pingla) Pancha Pranas (Vyaana, Udaana, Paana, Samana,
Apaana)

Yoga Therapy
Regular practice of asanas, pranayama and meditation can help ailments such as : Diabetes, Blood pressure, Digestive disorders, Arthritis, Arteriosclerosis and Degenerative Disorders Chronic fatigue Syndrome Asthma, varicose veins and ALL Heart conditions Psychosomatic and somatoPsychic Disorders

Yoga Therapy
According to medical scientists: Yoga therapy is successful because of the balance created in the nervous and endocrine systems. It works on network pathology Yoga acts both as a curative and preventive therapy

Yoga for Stress and insomnia

Asanas : Sandhi Sanchalan, Tadasana, Katichakrasana, Shavasana, Siddhasana, Padmasana, Gomukhasana, Vajrasana, Sarvanagasana, Matsyasana and Shavasana Pranayam : Nadi Shodhan, Bhramari, Ujjai Kriyas : Jal Neti, Vaman, Kapalbhati Special Practices : Yog Nidra, Gayatri Mantra Jap

Yoga for Depression

Asanas : Tadasana, Tiryatadasana, Pragya Yog, Shavasana, Marjariasana, Gomukhasana, Simhasana, Siddhasana Pranayam : Bhastrika and Nadi Shodhan Kriyas : Kapalbhati, Jal Neti and Vaman Special Practices : Mahamrityunjaya Jap and Chanting of OM

Yoga for Hypertension

Asanas : Sandhi Sanchalana, Tadasana, Tiryatadasana, Katichakrasana, Shavasana, Sarpasana, Makarasana Pranayam : Nadi Shodhan, Ujjai, Sheetali and Bhramari Kriyas : Kapalbhati and Jal Neti Special Practices : Walk slowly for few minutes and meditate regularly

Yoga for Diabetes

Asanas : Tadasana, Tiryatadasana, Katichakrasana, Surya Namaskar, Shavasana, Sarpasana, Udar Sanchalan practice, Shaktibandha, Halasana, Vakrasana and Bhunjangasana Pranayam : Bhastrika, Nadi Shodhan, Sheetali and Bhramari Kriyas : Kapalbhati, Jal Neti, Vaman and Laghu Shankha Prakshalana Special Practices : Yog Nidra and So-Ham Sadhana

Yoga for Asthma

Asanas : Tadasana, Tiryatadasana, Katichakrasana, Marjariasana, Bhunjangasana, Shavasana, Surya Namaskar, Makarasana, Gomukhasana, Dhanurasana Pranayam : Nadi Shodhan, Bhastrika, Suryabhedan i Kriyas : Kapalbhati, Jal Neti, Kunjal Special Practices : Yog Nidra and So-Ham Sadhana

Yoga for Obesity

Asanas : Tadasana, Tiryatadasana, Katichakrasana, Marjariasana, Bhunjangasana, Shavasana, Surya Namaskar, Makarasana, Gomukhasana, Dhanurasana Pranayam : Nadi Shodhan, Bhastrika, Suryabhedan, Bhramari Kriyas : Kapalbhati, Kunjal Laghu Shankhaprakshalan Special Practices : Yog Nidra

Yoga for Spondilitis and Backache

Asanas : Sandhi Sanchalana, Marjariasana, Makarasana, Bhunjangasana, Ardha Shalabhasana, Vajrasana, Sarpasana, Pragya Yoga, Shavasana, Pranayam : Nadi Shodhan, Ujjai, Bhramari Kriyas : Kapalbhati,Jal Neti, Vaman, Laghu Shankhaprakshalan

SPECIAL MENTION
Surya Namaskar Pragya yog Shavasan Gatiyog(Dynamic Yoga)

Psychological Benefits
Regular yoga practice creates mental clarity and calmness, increases body awareness, relieves chronic stresses, relaxes the mind, centers attention and sharpens concentration ,brings total equipoise

Complementary and Integrative Therapy

Yog Therapy along with Naturopathy Pranic Healing Accupressure & Herbal Healing(Ayurveda) Has emerged as New Era Therapy MIND BODY SPIRIT MEDICINE

Nishkam- Karma A spiritual Therapy

Steady Practice of Nishkam- Karma leads to : A stress-free mind at work, A feeling for works as act of consecration, A pure, transparent mind, An abiding instinct for ethical rectitude, An inner sanctuary of fullness, An all-embracing , other-related mind.

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All of them, in turn, should catalyze, in the course of time, a humble yearning for the Cosmic Will, the infallible Supreme Intelligence, the Secret Intent. This feeling will energize, empower and align the sadhak with the most divine and holistic forces.

Modern Medicine : Three Eras

Era 1 : Dates to Mid 1800

Scientists regarded that time the entire world including human bodies, as mindless machine

Modern Medicine : Three Eras

Era 2 : Dates to Mid 1900

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Emerged mind body medicine Mind Could affect ones body, placebo response Research on PUS and hypertension

Modern Medicine : Three Eras

Era 3 : By New Millennium * * * Development of non local mind Effect of consciousness to act locally as well as non locally Development of Integrative and Complementary Medicine like Prayer therapy, Music (raga) therapy and Yog therapy : can cure any disease

Early Morning Sun rise near Shantikunj HIMALAYAS

The World is Getting ready for a big Change. Will You participate?
Sri Ram Sharma Acharya Founder patron: Gayatri Parivar

Shantikunj, a centre where people are trained in ways of leading enlightened life.

This new centre will be developed as Shantikunj Extension on the lines of ancient Nalanda Taxila.