In the midst of downtimes it’s always good to find something that brings you joy. Maya Angelou once said, “Joy is a freedom. It helps a person to find his or her own liberation.” In these times it is important to find liberation in peaceful activities that are fun, relaxing and joyous! The beauty of joy is that it is achievable at any time and is accessible to anyone. Read on to see ways to spark joy.
Yoga is a great way to bring joy to your life , because it is something you can do without leaving the house. “ The purposes of yoga were to cultivate discernment, awareness, self-regulation and higher consciousness in the individual,” according to the NY Times article “The Purpose of Yoga” written by David Surrenda. According to an article written by the Illinois News Bureau, “Researchers report that a single, 20-minute session of Hatha yoga significantly improved participants' speed and accuracy on tests of working memory and inhibitory control, two measures of brain function associated with the ability to maintain focus and take in, retain and use new information.”
Try yoga at home today!
Here are some principal yoga moves that can be done in the privacy of your own home!
1.) Opening Poses
2.) Sun Salutations
3.) Standing Poses
