YOGA AND NATUROPATHY: A NATURAL PATH TO WELLNESS & HOLISTIC LIVING

In today's fast-paced world, stress and inactive lifestyles have become common. This makes it more important than ever to focus on holistic wellness.

- PROF. SANJEEV SHARMA

Yoga and naturopathy—ancient systems of natural healing—offer powerful ways to connect with our body, calm the mind, and lead a healthier life. These practices help restore balance, boost energy, and improve overall well-being. International Yoga Day, celebrated on June 21st each year, reminds us of the timeless value of these practices and encourages people worldwide to make them a part of daily living.

THE 2025 INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY THEME

The International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 marks a significant milestone of this global celebration. Under the theme "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," this year's observance highlights yoga's vital role in promoting holistic well-being and environmental harmony. We all should join a local yoga group or community wellness initiative.

Yoga and naturopathy are ancient, trusted ways to achieve health, balance, and inner peace. They help people take charge of their well-being through natural living and self-awareness. On International Yoga Day 2025, let's embrace their power to not only heal ourselves but also create a kinder, healthier world.

The word "Yoga" is derived from the Sanskrit root 'Yuj', meaning to join or to unite. This union signifies the coming together of the individual consciousness with the universal consciousness. Though popularly known for its physical postures or "asanas", yoga is a comprehensive system that includes:

• Asanas (Postures): To strengthen and stretch the body.

• Pranayama (Breathing Techniques): To regulate life energy through the breath.

• Dhyana (Meditation): To calm and focus the mind.

• Yamas and Niyamas (Ethical Disciplines): Guidelines for social and personal conduct.

• Dharana and Samadhi (Concentration and Enlightenment): Advanced states of mental focus and inner realization.