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Mind full to Mindful with the lotus pose - Padmasana!!!

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Calming down your mind is something that we all crave for amidst the hustle-bustle of Life. Blossom like a lotus with the lotus pose also known as Padmasana ( पद्मासन ), a cross-legged sitting meditation pose from ancient India, is derived from two Sanskrit words, Padma ( पद्म ) "Lotus", and Asana ( आसन ) "Posture" or "Seat", also considered one of the most basic asanas from ancient times, predating hatha yoga, and is widely used for meditation in Hindu, Tantra, Jain and Buddhist traditions. In Asian cultures, the sacred lotus is used as a symbol of growth towards perfection and enlightenment as it is rooted in the mud at the bottom of the pond, but rises and blooms over the water. Padmasana is also known as "Vajra Position" in Chinese, Tibetian, and Buddhism. There are variations to this asana and the most common ones are Ardha padmasana, Baddha padmasana, Urdhva padmasana, and Yogamudrasana. In Hinduism, statues often depict gods, especially ...
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Vajrasana - An easiest way to build strong digestive system!

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Yoga, considered to be older than 5000 years, developed in ancient India, is considered one of the best ways to improve one's musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and psychological system. Yoga is a total mind-body workout that combines strengthening and stretching poses with deep breathing and meditation or relaxation.  Vajrasana, Thunderbolt Pose, or Diamond Pose, is kneeling asana in  Hatha yoga . The name comes from Sanskrit words vajra ( वज्र ), a weapon whose name means "thunderbolt" or "diamond", and asana ( आसन ) meaning posture or seat. Benefits of Vajrasana:-  The asana activates the Vajra Nadi which promotes good digestion, this is the only asana that can be practiced right after having food. It helps relieve conditions of sciatica, nerve issues, and indigestion. The position obstructs blood flow to lower parts ...
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