Introduction
In recent times, stress, anxiety and depression are not limited to adults only. Kids are also facing these issues. Here, yoga comes as a big rescue and most schools and yoga trainers offer children yoga sessions for the overall wellbeing of the child. Yoga means union between one’s soul with Supreme soul.
Encourages Students to Practice Yoga
Mayoor School Siliguri emphasizes yoga and meditation practice for students because these disciplines foster holistic development, promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. By integrating yoga and meditation into the curriculum, the school aims to enhance students' concentration, reduce stress, and improve overall academic performance. These practices teach mindfulness, helping students manage their emotions better and develop resilience against the pressures of modern education. Furthermore, yoga and meditation contribute to a balanced lifestyle, encouraging healthy habits from a young age, which are essential for long-term wellness and personal growth. This holistic approach aligns with the school's mission to nurture well-rounded individuals equipped with the skills to thrive in all aspects of life.
One can consider
yoga as low-impact exercise which will have an overall benefit on the physical
health of the child. Yoga helps the children to improve balance, and strength in
the body and increase flexibility. There are different yoga poses like warrior
pose, downward dog pose or even tree pose to improve muscle strength and
help in stretching to improve coordination and posture.
Yoga also helps
the children to release tension and the hyper activeness. It improves the sleep
cycle and ensures that the overall health remains good. Integrating yoga into their daily routine encourages the kids to develop all kinds of healthy habits
and they will be grateful for their bodies to take care.
Today, focusing on
mental health is more than anything else. Regular practice of yoga asanas keeps
a proper balance of a child’s mental state and they go into the deep state of
mind to handle pressure, challenges, and happiness without losing their self. It improves focus, concentration, self-confidence and self-worth.
Apart from yoga
asanas, breathing exercises i.e., pranayama teaches the kids to be mindful.
Learning breathing techniques give them calmness, inner peace and they find all
the answers of the doubts inside their mind and not from their surroundings.
Yoga improves children’s social skills- empathy, communication, and teamwork. Learning yoga in a group helps them to learn together and even show support to each other. It improves their self-esteem and confidence levels. They learn to respect each other and become compassionate towards others.
Conclusion
Therefore, it is the responsibility of parents and teachers to encourage children to focus on their physical and mental health besides studies and other extra-curricular activities. This International Yoga Day let's take the pledge to incorporate yoga into the daily routine of the child. Take a deep breath and welcome Yoga in your child’s life.
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