Harmonizing Body and Mind
Ranjit Barua
Advances in Educational Technologies and Instructional Design October 31, 2024 DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-3952-7.ch008 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Interventions | Yoga Mindfulness meditation |
| Key points | Argues that yoga and mindfulness meditation, practiced together through breath control, mindful movement, and present-moment awareness, synergistically harmonize body and mind and may reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression while fostering inner calm and resilience. Proposes incorporating these practices into modern lifestyles to support overall well-being. |
Abstract
The combination of yoga and mindfulness meditation is examined in this article as a comprehensive strategy for improving mental health. We explore how these traditional practices synergistically harmonize the body and mind by looking at their origins, guiding principles, and potential for therapeutic benefits. People can promote inner calm and resilience while reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression by practicing breath control, mindful movement, and present-moment mindfulness. This study sheds light on the remarkable synergy between yoga and mindfulness meditation, revealing how these practices may improve mental health and give suggestions for incorporating them into modern lifestyles for overall well-being.
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