Experts share insights on Yoga’s impact and initiatives promoting wellness

International Yoga Day, on June 21, raises awareness of yoga’s physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. Established by the UN in 2014, it promotes harmony and peace through global yoga sessions, workshops, and events, emphasizing yoga’s holistic impact and relevance. Here are a few quotes related to yoga:

Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson of FICCI YFLO Delhi and Trustee of M3M Foundation

“On International Yoga Day, I affirm that one of the most impactful initiatives for unlocking human potential is the celebration and promotion of Yoga, spearheaded by Shri Narendra Modi Ji. Personally embracing Yoga as a way of life has been transformative for me, and I attribute my Kettle Bell World Championship win to the rigorous practice of Yoga, which provided inner peace and strength to surpass my limits.
In my ancestral village of Tauru, we are implementing various programs such as Lakshya and iMpower under the integrated village development initiative ‘Sarvoday’. Together with the District Administration, Education, and Health Department, M3M Foundation is introducing thousands of students from different villages in the Nuh district of Haryana to Yoga. We are also working closely with the district administration of Gurgaon to integrate Yoga into the fabric of both rural and urban India.
Our initiative underscores our commitment to embedding Yoga into the lives of young people and fostering a healthier, more cohesive community.”
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor, Founder & Director, Manasthali Wellness.

“Yoga imbibes the feeling of accepting yourself and your body just as you are today. This is the mindfulness aspect of yoga — simply appreciating your body for the things that it can do right now in the present moment. This is crucial for all of us. When we accept the way we are, half of our insecurities and stress will go away. Unlike other forms of physical activities that become more difficult with age, yoga is a lifelong, non-competitive form of exercise. Yoga is an amalgamation of exercise, meditation, relaxation, and even socialization. All these are the wonderful and the best possible way to relieve anxiety and/or depression. By regular practice of yoga, one can strike a balance and bring peace back into your hectic life.”
Dr. Rajnish Kumar, Senior Director and Unit Head- Neurology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka

Emerging research shows that yoga can significantly benefit women dealing with neurological issues. By reducing stress, enhancing mood, and improving physical well-being, yoga helps manage conditions like anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. Regular yoga practice increases levels of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which can help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. Yoga encourages neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to reorganize itself, which can aid in recovery from neurological disorders and improve cognitive function. Yoga’s physical postures and relaxation techniques can reduce chronic pain by improving flexibility, strength, and pain perception.
Mr. Vibhas Parsad, Director, Leisure Hotels Group.

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