Every year the world celebrates International Yoga Day on June 21 to promote awareness of the numerous advantages of the age-old practice known as yoga. The concept of International Yoga Day was introduced by PM Narendra Modi during his address to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2014.
The day serves as a platform to raise awareness about the benefits of yoga and promote its holistic approach to physical, spiritual and mental well-being. Since the inception of International Yoga Day, the practice has gained huge popularity worldwide owing it to its multiple benefits.
What is the significance of International Yoga Day?
The practice of yoga boosts flexibility, strength, and balance and is beneficial for physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Yoga highlights the connection between the mind and the body.
According to the United Nations website, yoga brings peace from within and deepens a sense of connection between an individual’s inner consciousness and the external world.
The aim of the day is to raise public awareness of the problem of psychological and physical well-being. Also, the day seeks to instill a meditation habit for the mental clarity of individuals in this fast paced world.
Several studies have proved that practicing yoga regularly reduces stress and improves symptoms of anxiety and depression. Yoga helps with emotional management, mood improvement, and brain clarity.
