{"id":9494,"date":"2019-01-04T13:54:34","date_gmt":"2019-01-04T08:24:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/?p=9494"},"modified":"2023-09-20T16:26:36","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T10:56:36","slug":"kick-start-the-new-year-with-these-resolutions-the-yogi-way","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/kick-start-the-new-year-with-these-resolutions-the-yogi-way\/","title":{"rendered":"Kick Start the New Year with these Resolutions the Yogi Way"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ideally, we, as humans, should start\nevery day with an intention to form a stronger connection with the soul. And,\nthe New Year feels like the opportune time to set resolutions the yogic way. In\nyoga science, a resolution is \u2018Sankalpa,\u2019 meaning determination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\nThe Sankalpa gives you an opportunity to create space for reflection and to\nmove forward in the journey of life in a more meaningful way. Setting\nresolutions the yogi way is better because they are realistic to achieve and\nare long-term. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kickstart the new year with these yogic resolutions: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. <strong>Develop a Regular Practice<\/strong>: This year, take a Sankalpa to develop a steady yoga routine. Each day step on a yoga mat with this resolution in your heart. This will help you connect to your purpose and will give you the strength to accomplish it. You can also pick a word or mantra and repeat it every time you step on a yoga mat to retain your focus on a goal. Keep your focus on the intention rather than the goal. Enjoy the journey and soon you will realize that you have a developed a habit of regular yoga practice that continues throughout your life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. <strong>Form\nGood Habits<\/strong>: Along with committing to a yoga practice, it is imperative\nthat you form habits that support your yogic journey. In New Year, create good\nhabits and break free from the bad ones. Incorporate each habit slowly into\nyour lifestyle and eventually it will become an effortless part of your\nlifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Do not skip your yoga practice in any situation\nunless it is completely unavoidable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start spending time in nature, like go for walks,\nperform meditation outdoors. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep yourself hydrated and healthy with sattvic\nfood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow a pragmatic yoga lifestyle. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <strong>Schedule Me Time<\/strong>: This New Year, give importance to yourself. Add an element of \u2018Me time\u2019 in your daily schedule because it is important for rejuvenation. The yoga \u2018Me Time\u2019 includes indulging in self-introspection, reading of classical yoga texts, going on a yoga retreat, etc. Quality me time is essential for establishing a connection to the self, for re-fostering the spirituality so that you can lead a life which is harmonious for both body and mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. <strong>Embrace\nPresence and Gratitude<\/strong>: The truth is that we either live in the past or the\nfuture. In both scenarios, we create difficulties for ourselves. Yoga is the\nadvocator of living in the present times. Therefore, one resolution the yogi\nway to adopt is to live in the present moment every day and to be grateful for\nwhatever you have. Meditation is one of the fantastic ways to find presence and\ngratitude in your life. When you start to live in the present, you notice\nenhancement in your mental health because you no longer suffer from anxiety and\nstress. Once you find your presence and gratitude, breathe and let go of the\nnegativity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. <strong>Commit\nto Digital Detox<\/strong>: We live in a digital era and it\u2019s hard to escape. But, we\ncan commit to a digital detox. Too much dependency on the digital world is a\nmenace to your body, mind and soul. So, take a resolution to decrease your\nusage of cellphones and to increase your participation in other activities and\nprojects. Instead of spending your time on social media applications, invest\nyour energy in Karma Yoga projects. Karma Yoga is the practice of serving\nothers and the path to self-realization. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. <strong>Eat\nSattvic Food<\/strong>: Become a yogi at heart. Not only practice yoga but show your\ndedication towards eating a yogic diet. Consumption of yogic diet is much more\nthan eating sattvic and vegetarian food, it is an opportunity to become a\nmindful eater. A mindful eater puts food into the stomach according to the\nhunger cues for maximum benefit. The yogic diet increases prana in your body,\nthe vital force for living. Resolute to live a long life with a yogic diet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. <strong>Enkindle\nLove and Compassion<\/strong>: With yoga enkindle love and compassion for others as\nwell as for yourself. This new year, commit to self-compassion and embark the\njourney of all other behavioral changes. When you start to accept your failures\nwith compassion, you change your life for better. Meditating each day is the\nbest way to cultivate self-compassion. With self-compassion you can stick to\nyour resolutions and can build a better life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Give a peaceful and joyful start to your\nNew Year with yogic resolutions. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ideally, we, as humans, should start every day with an intention to form a stronger connection with the soul. 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