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March 21, 2023

Find Work-Life Balance with Yoga

When Yoga was practised and founded over 5000 years ago, it was supposed to help us get rid of all our mental and physical afflictions in the pursuit of reaching a higher state of awareness. In the 21st century, afflictions are at an all-time high, and Yoga is a great way to find balance in all aspects of life, including work and personal life. Here are some ways in which you can use yoga to find work-life balance:

  1. Create a yoga routine: Develop one that works for you and your schedule. It could be as simple as practising yoga asanas, and pranayama for 15 minutes every morning before work or 30 minutes in the evening after work.
  2. Practice mindfulness: Yoga can help you develop mindfulness and be present in the moment. This can help you stay focused and productive at work, while also helping you disconnect from work when not at work.
  3. Incorporate breathwork: Breathing exercises or pranayama can help you manage stress and anxiety, improving your overall well-being and helping you find balance in your life.
  4. Take breaks throughout the day: Take a few minutes throughout the workday to stretch or do some simple yoga poses. Even doing a few stretches in between work can be highly beneficial. This can help you stay energized and focused, and prevent burnout.
  5. Prioritize self-care: Make time for self-care activities outside of work, such as yoga classes which include asanas, pranayama and meditation practices. It can help you recharge and find balance in your life.

Yoga has been researched to increase heart health, mental health and a multitude of other things. It has been researched to help with productivity and focus.

Remember, finding a work-life balance is a process and may require some trial and error. However, incorporating yoga into your daily routine can be a great way to achieve balance and improve your overall well-being.

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