Question

Write a note on the importance of yoga in the modern age

Answer 1

Answer:

Yoga, which originated in ancient India, is a collection of spiritual, physical and mental practises. The term Yoga’s literal sense is union. Physical workouts, poses, meditation, breathing exercises and techniques are associated with yoga. The word itself implies ‘yog’ or union of the physical with the spiritual within oneself.

It also represents the union with that of the Collective Consciousness of individual consciousness, indicating a complete harmony among mind and body, human and nature.

Benefits of yoga

• Enhances muscle flexibility
• Fixes the posture and alignment of the body
• Making the digestive system better
• Reinforces internal organs
• Heals to cure asthma
• Helps to cure Diabetes
• Helps to treat conditions linked to the heart
• Helps to glow the skin
• Facilitates strength & stamina
• Tones of the internal organs
• Boosts concentration
• Contributes to mind & thought control