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πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ Yoga

❀️ Why We Love Yoga: Yoga is more than just a sport; it’s a blend of mind, body and spirit. It boosts flexibility while promoting mindfulness and stress reduction. You don’t need to be a yogi to enjoy it, making it fantastic for all levels. Yoga fosters inner calm and promotes better sleep. Plus, it’s a great way to get a full-body workout without intense strain. The beauty of yoga lies in its simplicity and its power to bind people on a tranquil journey.

⏳ Yoga History

  • 5000 – 3000 BCE: Origins of yoga traced back to India’s Indus Valley Civilization; early references found in Rigveda.
  • 600 – 500 BCE: Philosophical foundations of yoga developed; exploration of self-realization in Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita.
  • 200 BCE – 200 CE: Composition of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras; development of breath control and meditation practices.
  • 5th – 10th Century: Emergence of Tantra Yoga; subsequent exploration of human consciousness in Vigyan Bhairav Tantra and other texts.
  • 11th – 18th Century: Evolution of Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, and Hatha Yoga; publication of influential ‘sevenfold yoga’ system in Gheranda Samhita.
  • 19th – Early 20th Century: Introduction of yoga to the West by key figures including Swami Vivekananda, Paramahansa Yogananda, and Swami Sivananda.
  • Mid-Late 20th Century: Popularization of yoga in Western culture; development of styles like Iyengar Yoga and innovative therapeutic approaches like Restorative Yoga.
  • 21st Century: Technological advancements enabling widespread accessibility of yoga; United Nations declaration of International Yoga Day on June 21.
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