Yoga The Optimal Lifestyle
BOOK 3. YOGA – The Optimal Lifestyle. 1. PREFACE
PREFACE Almost five decades back we started the teaching of yoga and meditation. It has helped thousands improve their...
BOOK 3. YOGA – The Optimal Lifestyle. 2. INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION The ultimate aim of religion is freedom from the cycle of birth and death. ‘Yoga’ refers to...
BOOK 3. YOGA – The Optimal Lifestyle. 3. PHILOSOPHY OF YOGA AND MEDITATION
PHILOSOPHY OF YOGA AND MEDITATION Yoga is practical philosophy and practical religion. Meditation is the very foundation of Yoga. Yoga...
BOOK 3. YOGA – The Optimal Lifestyle. 4. MECHANISM OF ACTION OF YOGA
MECHANISM OF ACTION OF YOGA Yoga implies a physically active lifestyle, leading to better health, mental alertness and longevity. Inactivity...
BOOK 3. YOGA – The Optimal Lifestyle. 5. YOGA AND HOLISTIC HEALTH
YOGA AND HOLISTIC HEALTH Health is not merely absence of disease and infirmity. The World Health Organization defines health as:...
BOOK 3. YOGA – The Optimal Lifestyle. 6. FAITH – SHRADDHA
FAITH - SHRADDHA “He who has faith has all, he who lacks faith lacks in all.” ancient Hindu sages claim!...
BOOK 3. YOGA – The Optimal Lifestyle. 7. CONCLUSION
CONCLUSION Yoga and meditation have been extensively studied for their definite benefits on our body. Positive effects have been observed...