Yoga literally translated means “soldering a union”, namely that of body & spirit or metaphorically speaking re-uniting with the divine, through mastering one’s senses, thus inhibiting the mind stuff (chitta) from taking various forms (vrittis). Thus in essence yoga is the vehicle to bridge the “duality gap” to live in the state of oneness.

Based on Patanjali’s sutras, Yoga is the complex science that teaches you to control body, mind and spirit to live in alignment with “divine law” and thereby realize moksha – that is freedom and liberation from the cycles of birth and death. Broadly speaking Yoga has two aspects – a mystical and a pragmatic one. You do not need to become an ascetic devotee alienated from the world to live the “Yogi Philosophy”. The basic concepts of Yoga can easily be integrated into everyday life to greatly improve your physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing.

In times where nature catastrophes, war, economic crises and disruptive changes in labor markets prevail the daily practice of yoga gives us inner stability and strengthens our mind and spirit to face the challenges of life. Adhering to the “Yogi Lifestyle” is the best way to tackle the problems of modern society such as the shortage of natural resources, pollution, segregation of peoples, cultures and religions, war & crime and economic & social inequality. Yoga educates us on the principles of universal laws to lead fulfilled lives without the constant urge for consumption and “ego stroking” and thus tackles the challenges faced by modern society. Maintaining a “Yogi Lifestyle” is the answer to the global challenges we are currently facing.

According to the Vedanta, “yoga philosophy” is not a practice exclusively reserved to the followers of Hinduism; Yoga embraces all other religious believes, it is a “spiritual framework” into which all other religious practices can be incorporated. Even to non-believers the “Yogi Lifestyle”, due to its apparent benefits, is appealing. The principles of Yoga can easily be incorporated into everyday life and make a great contribution to your physical wellbeing, mental & emotional clarity, intellectual power and helps you to improve your interpersonal relationships.

To experience the benefits of the “Yogi Lifestyle” for yourself start adopting the principles as explained here:

- Bhakti Yoga helps to align with the divine and stay on the path of truth and spiritual fulfilment.
- Karma Yoga helps you develop the mindset of selfless service to the community and maintain an equilibrium between what the universe gives you and what you give back to the universe.
- Jnana Yoga helps you to develop your spiritual and intellectual gifts and gain greater insights into the "make-up" of the universe.
- Raja Yoga improves your physical and mental health and develops your intuition and intellectual gifts.
- Atma Yoga helps you to surrender your ego to the divine and thus improves your interpersonal relationships.