In conversation with development professional turned full time yoga teacher Anika Rabbani.
What are a few good reasons why everyone should practise yoga regularly?
For health reasons: We all want to have energy, look youthful and feel good- yoga delivers that and so much more! It boosts circulation, and metabolism and keeps the spine, and joints supple and healthy. It works on the lymphatic system, ridding the body of toxins and protecting it from various ailments. Before modern medicine came along, people looked to yoga and ayurveda to stay healthy, and the world seems to be gazing back towards old healing practices with fresh eyes once again. Add to that mental peace and equanimity, better breathing practices keep the body in a healthy alkaline state where health is nurtured in the most holistic way possible – body, mind, and spirit. Yoga makes you healthy inside and outside, and that is why everyone should practice yoga regularly.
As a yoga teacher, what is the most important takeaway you want your students to have after participating in a session?
I want them to understand that we are connected to all other beings and to nature, to believe in universal love and that we are one. To have no jealousy, hate, or division among people, to love and get on with each other, and to evolve their consciousness and their hearts.
