Embracing Wellness: International Yoga Day 2023 Celebrated at Lords University
International Yoga Day, celebrated annually on June 21st, is a global initiative that promotes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of individuals through yoga. This year, Lords University actively participated in commemorating the Ninth International Yoga Day following the theme 'Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' effectively encapsulating our collective aspiration for 'One Earth, One Family, and One Future.
The vibrant and enriching celebration of International Yoga Day within our university emphasized the importance of yoga in fostering a holistic approach to wellness among students, faculty, and staff.
The day started with a series of yoga asanas led by certified yoga instructors catering to participants of all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. The participants performed various yoga forms such as Hatha, Vinyasa, and Kundalini, providing a diverse range of experiences for participants. Along with the asanas, attendees were introduced to different yoga techniques, breathing exercises, and meditation practices, promoting physical fitness, stress reduction, and mental clarity.
Willing students got the opportunity to showcase their yoga skills, flexibility, and balance on stage. This encouraged students to explore and deepen their yoga practice, inspiring others to embrace yoga as a means of physical and mental well-being.
The celebration of International Yoga Day also included expert talks and discussions by renowned yoga practitioners and wellness experts. Teachers shared their insights on the connection between yoga, mindfulness, and overall well-being, encouraging participants to integrate yoga principles into their daily lives.
The celebration of International Yoga Day emphasized the importance of cultivating a wellness culture on campus. The event catalyzed promoting physical activity, mindfulness, and self-care practices among students, faculty, and staff. Yoga practice today exemplified the institution's commitment to holistic well-being.
Through yoga workshops, competitions, expert talks, community outreach, and the cultivation of wellness culture, students, faculty, and staff are regularly inspired to embrace yoga as a means to nurture their physical, mental, and spiritual health.
