The asanas also slow down the thinking mind, halting the internal chatter. Once the mind is calm, postures become a moving meditation by bringing awareness to the breath & enhancing mindfulness.
By connecting the mind to the physical body, the asana practice allows you to experience your emotions in a different way & creates a space to identify factors that are causing psychological distress.

Here's how yoga benefits mental wellness:

Improved mood & reduced anxiety :

Any form of physical exercise releases healthy brain chemicals such as endorphins & dopamine. Yoga not only gives you the benets of any other form of exercise but also gives you mental peace by letting you focus on the present moment.

Enhanced self awarenes

Yoga gives you an opportunity to check in with your thoughts & emotions without any judgement. Being in tune with yourself builds your condence & gives you a sense of self esteem.

Increased Patience

Lack of patience often leads to uncontrolled anger outbursts. Yoga can help clear your mind & relax your body through asanas & breathing techniques known as pranayama. This creates a deep sense of inner balance

Improved Focus & Concentrat

n In patients suffering from disorders such as ADHD, yoga is often recommended as it can help with improved attention span & focus. Even in healthy individuals, regular practice can help increase concentration thereby signicantly improving their work performance

Encourages self care

Yoga helps you recognise some of your qualities that you may not be aware of. Yoga creates awareness of those places in your body where you hold your pent up psychological or emotional energy.