From Stress to Success In 2024: How Yoga Empowers Women at Work?!

Hello, fellow health enthusiasts; I hope you all are doing just fine as you juggle in life. I know it's tiring and overwhelming, yet everything about life is beautiful.??

Amidst everything going on, maintaining good health in this day and age is tricky. But it's trickier for women, especially those with full-time jobs. From dodging the sexist euphemism at work to dealing with one's personal or other's expectations, being a woman in 2024 is overwhelming.??

So, what can be done to navigate through the ups and downs of life? The answer is Yoga. This ancient practice has the power to harness "Shakti" to overcome any obstacles, be it in the workplace or in life. Yoga for women has a multitude of benefits – mentally and physically.??

Why am I talking about Yoga for women and its benefits? Well, as the title suggests, it's International Day of Yoga and this year's theme is Yoga for women empowerment.??

On this occasion, in today's Newsletter of Vantage Fit Odyssey, I am going to share a bit about how Yoga helps women harness Shakti (the feminine energy, according to Hindu philosophy) to rule and shine in the workplace.??

What is “Shakti” in the corporate world??

Philosophically, Shakti refers to the divine feminine energy involved with the creation, destruction, and maintenance of the universe. However, in the corporate setting, a woman's Shakti is her inner strength and resilience to face daily challenges.??

It is believed regular yoga practice helps women channel their Shakti to take on the world. Wondering how? Regular practice of Yoga instils a state of mental clarity and emotional regulation. Most importantly, this ancient practice is a great stress buster.??

Given the amount of stress we all have in our work life, adopting ways to reduce stress has become necessary. So, metaphorically, Yoga serves as a buffer that helps to neutralize the chaos leading to stress in one's life.??

How does Yoga help in workplace empowerment???

As I said earlier, Yoga helps induce a clear and positive mindset. This is a must-have quality for anyone who wants to conquer the corporate world. Yoga offers the following benefits that can help women navigate through the deep waters of work life:??

• Meditation and pranayama (breathing techniques) are yoga techniques that help manage stress levels, which is especially important in high-stress workplaces.??

• Through Yoga, you can cultivate mindfulness to improve your focus and decision-making skills, boosting your creativity and productivity.??

What's in it for the organization??

Including yoga sessions in efforts to promote corporate wellness efforts can be quite beneficial for organizational growth.??

Enhanced Well-Being of Workers: Regular Yoga leads to decreased absenteeism and increased employee contentment and morale.?

Recruitment and Retention: The implementation of yoga programs in the workplace shows that the organization emphasizes employee wellness. This helps to draw top talent, particularly women looking for encouraging work environments.?

Personal Insights: Stories from Our Community?

Understanding the value Yoga brings, even my organization introduced yoga classes after work hours. Here's what our CTO & Co-Founder Anjan Pathak , who has been attending the yoga classes, has to say regarding this:??

Here's another insight from one of my colleagues Kongkona Das , who is a regular yoga class attendee:?

Wrapping Up

The advantages of Yoga in the workplace are evident, regardless of experience level.??

So, let's embrace Yoga as a transforming instrument for personal and professional growth, rather than just as a fitness program, as we celebrate the force of Shakti within each of us this International Day of Yoga.??

If you are new to Yoga, start off with something simple like Vantage Fit’s Yoga Nidra, which is a guided meditation. This is a restorative yoga practice that helps with relaxation and eventually becoming more self-aware.??

How has Yoga empowered you or your team in the workplace?

Let’s continue supporting each other in unleashing our inner Shakti and creating thriving work environments for all.

Share your thoughts in the comments section below. ????

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Article by Supriya Singh