Finding Balance And Serenity Through Yoga; A Path To Inner Peace

• According to Patanjali: Yoga is Chitta Vrithi Nirodhaha.( cessation of mental modification is yoga )
• According to yoga Vasishta: Manah Prashamanopayah Yoga Ityabhidhiyate (yoga is the tool to calm down the mind)
• According to Bagavad Gita:Yogah Karmasu kaushalam (yoga is a skilful action), Samatvam Yoga Uchyate (yoga is the equality of mind)

Now the crazy world make yoga is the exercise – asanas- but its just a one step according to sage Patanjali who is the Master of Yoga – the sage make the yoga in a systemised sutra. According to those 196 yoga sutras yoga is much more than a physical exercise: it’s a holistic approach to well – being those nurtures in our physical, Mental, emotional, energetical, etc. in all the way of humanity.

In our text they mentioned some points how to practice yoga (sadhana), the place for the yoga (yoga shala),

Hints

• Empty the bowels / 3-4 hours before the sadhana
• Asanas comes easier after taking bath
• The best time for sadhana is Brahma muhurta(early morning ) or late in the evening.
• Do not practise asanas after being out in the hot sun for several hours.
• One should be alone in a clean place with a good ventilation and free from insects and noise.
• Do not do them on the base of floor or on uneven place but on the folded blanket or a yoga mat laid on the floor.

Cautions

• The breathing should be taken through nostrils only and not through the mouth.
• Do not hold the breath while process of asanas or while staying in it.
• After completing the practise of asana always lay on the shavasana for 10 - 15 minutes as this will do remove the fatigues.
• Those suffering from pus in the ear or displacement of retina should not attempt the topsy – turvy poses.
• Avoid asanas during the menstrual cycle.

At its core, yoga teaches us to connect the body with mind. Through intentional movements, deep breathing, and mindfulness, yoga creates space for us to pause and listen to our bodies. This awareness is a key component in achieving balance, as it allows us to notice when we are out of alignment, physically and mentally.

• Yamas and niyama (personal & social codes): the make our behaviour better with society. And improve the self-love or listening ability to our inner energy.
• Asanas: teaches us to make a steady and balanced physical body. It improves the blood circulation balancing the body mass index, improve the internal organs functions and overall, our physical balance and flexibility. Improve the body mind coordination.
• Pranayama: teaches to proper way of breathing, controlling ability of breathing, balancing the left and right brain, purify the energy channels – these helps to improve the good sleep and memory power, concentration or more focusing in one point, calm down to mind. stimulating the energy centres.
• Pratyahara; helps the proper moderate diet makes our digestion and all the internal organs functions smoothly and healthy. Helps to stimulate the endocrine hormones. Improve the lung capacity.
• The dharana, dhyana, samadhi; makes to the deep focusing and into inner energy and immerse with our universal energy and the eternal bliss. Leads the complete awareness of our life and quality of life.
• The Satsang, yoga Nidra and mantras make us in the divinity of exact humans. And makes us more relaxing and settle down in all the aspects of life- physical, mentally, emotionally, energetically etc.

Yoga also acts as a sanctuary for the mind. With regular practice, it can lower stress levels, reduce anxiety, and improve overall emotional well-being. The practice encourages letting go of mental clutter, which often manifests as worry, doubt, or overthinking. Through the rhythm of breath and movement, yoga brings us back to the simplicity of the moment, helping us detach from the noise and regain a sense of calm. One of the most profound benefits of yoga is its ability to reset the mind. With each session, yoga invites us to release mental and emotional baggage, creating a clean state for greater clarity and peace of mind. As you incorporate yoga into your life, you may notice that you're more able to respond to life’s challenges with a calm and grounded mindset.

Yoga can also facilitate emotional healing, allowing us to process and release emotions that we may have been holding onto. Asanas that open the heart, encourage vulnerability and openness, inviting emotional release. As you create space in the body, you may notice emotional blockages begin to dissolve, leaving you with a greater sense of emotional balance. By practicing yoga with mindfulness, we can develop an emotional resilience that helps us face difficulties with greater ease and acceptance. The deep connection between mind, body, and spirit allows us to cultivate compassion for ourselves and others, promoting emotional well-being and serenity. Incorporating yoga into your daily routine doesn’t require hours of practice or advanced skills. Even a few minutes each day can have a profound impact on your balance and peace of mind. Start with simple breathwork or short sequences of gentle poses, and gradually build up your practice.

NATTIKA RETREATS

In Nattika retreats we start our yoga sessions with a meditation, which would be helpful to bring peace in the body and mind to start a day and to prepare our self for the upcoming sessions. Our different kind of meditations helps the people to balance their chakras and bring harmony in their mind. After doctor consultation, we arrange a yoga consultation for the guest. And during that we allocate the guest to the appropriate session for them, after meditation we have a progressive and a wellness yoga session which include loosening exercises, sun salutations, asanas, pranayama and shavasana.

And the yoga sessions help the people to re structure and strengthen their body. Yoganidra is a deep relaxation technique, which cleanse the mind and make people to feel lite and relaxed. The mantras session helps to regulate our breathing, calms and balance the nervous system, reduce stress and anxiety. Also, it improves our concentration. Overall, it promotes healing. Also, we provide an interactive session, guest can express themselves with a discussion with the yoga teacher, which free up their mind. Then Nattika retreats provide a pranayama session which plays a significant role in balancing the doshas and act as a bridge between body and mind. Here, we provide different kind of pranayama like heating, cooling and balancing pranayama based on what the guest needs to balance their doshas and body. Pranayama helps the guest to be in a calm state and helps them for a better sleep. Apart from the regular sessions, weekly once we conduct a special session in different topics and aspect to give a wholesome experience to all the guests. through asanas the guests can strengthen their joints and balance their body. And the pranayama session helps to balance right and left energy. This is how you can find balance and serenity at Nattika retreats.

We have time to listen and doing something for others and time for the responsibilities but no time to listen yourself and make it more stress and anxiety. But yoga helps to listen your body- the great awareness how much you are a valuable creation in the world, it teaches how peacefully you can live the life. By controlling our body, we can control our breath; by controlling our breath we can control our mind. Yoga doesn’t take the time it gives the quality of life.

Yoga is a powerful practice for finding balance and serenity amidst life’s challenges. By nurturing the mind, body, and spirit, yoga helps us reconnect with our true selves and rediscover a sense of calm. Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, build strength, or simply find a moment of peace, yoga offers the tools to create lasting harmony in your life. Remember, yoga is a personal journey, and each practice is an opportunity to find balance in both your body and mind. So, roll out your mat, take a deep breath, and embrace the path to serenity that awaits you.