International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education

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Abstract
Yoga is one of the six foundations of Indian philosophy and has been used for millennia to study, explain, and experience the complexities of the mind and human existence. Patanjali‘s Yoga sutras outline a skillful way of conducting life that fosters moderation and harmony. The Yoga way of life encompasses the philosophy of Karma Yoga (path of detached action), Jnana Yoga (knowledge of self), Bhakti Yoga (trust in the supreme order) and Raja Yoga (asana, pranayama, meditation, etc). The various meditation techniques work at the mental level, all these practices are intended to develop a certain type of awareness within oneself which in turn brings about a change in their emotional functions.