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Yogashikha Upanishad (critical study)

by Sujatarani Giri | 2015 | 72,044 words

This page relates ‘Benefits of Pranayama� of the English study on the Yogashikha Upanishad—a key text from the Krishna Yajurveda, focusing on the pinnacle of Yogic meditation. This essay presents Yoga as a crucial component of ancient Indian philosophy and spirituality and underscores its historical roots in Vedic literature—particularly the Upanishads and Vedant. The chapters of this study are devoted to the faculties of the mind and internal body mechanisms such as Chakras as well as the awakening of Kundalini.

Part 5.1 - Benefits of ±Ê°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹

Breathing is a normal part of our life; through we fail to pay attention to it. It is an automatic function of the body that we perform even without concentrating on it. Why then do we have to learn Yoga breathing? Here are some reasons why ±è°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹ is important.

±Ê°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹ teaches us the proper way to breathe. We became used to breathing from our chest, using only a fraction of the lungs, not knowing that this unhealthy and unnatural way of inhaling may lead to several complications. With Yoga breathing, he increase the capacity of our lungs, bringing more oxygen supply to the body to function well. We learn how to breathe slowly and deeply, the right way.

±Ê°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹ reduces the toxins and body wastes from within our body. It prevents one from acquiring diseases. ±Ê°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹ helps in one’s digestion. With the proper way of breathing, one’s metabolism and health condition will start to improve. It fights away stress and releaxes the body. Controlling one’s breathing also results and relaxes the body. Controlling one’s breathing also results to serenity and peace of mind. ±Ê°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹ offers a better self-control. Through concentration, one can better handle temper and reactions. Mind can function clearly, avoiding arguments and wrong decision. Moreover, self-control also involves control are one’s physical body.

±Ê°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹ leads to spiritual journey through a relaxed body and mind.

However, ±è°ùÄåṇÄÂÒÄå³¾²¹ should not be forced and done without proper preparation, are it may lead to nervous breakdowns. It is part of a process in Yoga. Breath control is a spiritual practice of cleansing the mind and body which should be done appropriately and with proper guidance and preparation.

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