Metamorphosis through Yoga: Transforming Character and Inclination

Authors

  • Ratan Pramanick 1Assistant Professor, Bhimpur Mohanananda College of Education, Bhimpur, Nadia &Research Scholar, Department of Education, Swami Vivekananda University, Barrackpore, West Bengal, India
  • Moumita Karmakar 2Assistant Professor, Debnarayan Shiksha Sansthan (B.Ed & D.El.Ed College), Sonarpur, South 24-Parganas &Research Scholar, Department of Education, Swami Vivekananda University, Barrackpore, West Bengal, India
  • Malay Halder Assistant Professor, Parameswar Mahavidyalaya (B. Ed), Namkhana, South 24-Parganas & Research Scholar, Department of Education, Swami Vivekananda University, Barrackpore, West Bengal, India
  • Samirranjan Adhikari Professor, Department of Education, Sidho-Kanho-Birsha University, Purulia, West Bengal, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58914/ijyesspe.2024-9.Spl.10

Keywords:

Metamorphosis, Yoga, Transformation, Character, Inclination.

Abstract

Yoga is the science of healthy living. Yoga is primordial desire for oneself. It promotes self-control, self- confidence and independent judgment. As per ancient yogic principles, it implies that how the practice of yoga leads to profound changes in individuals, both internally and externally. Yoga is essentially a spiritual science which emphasizes on placement between mind and body. Yogic practices are found effective for character development and make set ofmind. Through the integration of physical position, mental well-being, meditation and ethical guidelines, yoga help as catalyst for personal growth and self-awareness. It investigates the psychological mechanism behind this transformation, role of mindfulness, emotional regulation, fostering resilience and well-being. It is emphasizing the holistic nature of yoga as a path towards holistic transformation, including education, health care and workplace wellness programme. It also helps us best our relationship with our parent, teachers, friends, and others. In today’s lifestyle, stress, suppressed emotions etc have taken a terrible form within us. So, for that we need to have a good health and mind. Practicing yoga, we can retain our good character, health, and mind.

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Published

24-07-2024

How to Cite

Pramanick, R., Karmakar, M., Halder, M., & Adhikari, S. (2024). Metamorphosis through Yoga: Transforming Character and Inclination. Indian Journal of YOGA Exercise & Sport Science and Physical Education, 9(Special Issue), 59–61. https://doi.org/10.58914/ijyesspe.2024-9.Spl.10

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