06/05/2026
I personally have found no better system for self-care than the practice of Yoga. Yoga is bigger than most people are aware of. It is not just exercise! It is a whole system that leads you towards a more peaceful life.
What Does the Research Show?
~ Stress Management. Some research indicates that practicing yoga can lead to improvements in physical or psychological aspects of stress.
~ Balance. Several studies that looked at the effect of yoga on balance in healthy people found evidence of improvements.
~ Positive Mental Health. Some but not all studies that looked at the effects of yoga on positive aspects of mental health found evidence of benefits, such as better resilience or general mental well-being.
~ Health Habits. A survey of young adults showed that practicing yoga regularly was associated with better eating and physical activity habits.
https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/providers/digest/yoga-for-health-science