Yogic Practices for Mental Health

Yogic Practices for Mental Health

Yoga has been shown to have numerous benefits for mental health. Yoga can help in reducing stress, improving mood, boosting self-esteem.

5 Yoga Asanas (Postures) for Mental Health:

  1. Balasana (Child Pose)
  2. Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog)
  3. Uttanasana or Padhastasana (Standing Forward Bend)
  4. Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)
  5. Viparita Karani (Wall against the wall pose)

Pranayama or Breathing Exercies:

  • Yogic Breathing (Deep Inhales & Deep Exhales)
  • Anuloma Viloma Pranayama or Alternative Breathing Exercise
  • Bhramari Pranayama

Dhyana (Meditation):

Even a few minutes of daily short meditation can benefit boosting mental Health.