Yoga is derived from the term “Yuj” which means Union – Union of body, breath and mind. It means uniting with the self.
A child is an inborn Yogi. In the womb, a child stays in aadi mudra.
While growing up, the child often makes merudanda mudra, sits in Vajrasana many times, makes downward dog posture etc.
The child grows up a little more, then comes the time when distractions start peeping in and that is where Yoga comes into play. The child starts moving away from his true nature (स्वभाव).
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Yoga can definitely help in overcoming it. Yoga helps in channelising the energy in the right direction which makes the child creative and talents blossom. In our navel region, lies solar plexus which is also referred to as second brain or midbrain and is responsible for our intuitive ability.
A solar plexus is usually a size of an almond and with the regular practice of Yoga under a trained professional, it can be increased to a size of fully blossomed Lotus. It is said that the larger the size of a solar plexus, better the intuitive ability.
Coming to the numerous physical benefits, Yoga helps in achieving flexibility, strength, stamina and what not !! Kids these days feel stressed out at a very tender age (maybe because of studies, peer pressure, family, competition etc.) Yoga helps them to maintain much needed emotional and mental health.
A normal human being uses only 30% of their lung capacity. Under proper guidance, this can be smoothly taken care of from the very beginning and the child doesn’t have to bear the consequences.
Yoga doesn’t only offer short term benefits but also offers long-lasting effects on body, breath and mind. Choose your reason, pick your favourite mat and get onto it. Unless you do it, you will never know it.
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