Weight Loss Somatic Yoga Therapy
Gita Research Foundation
Understanding the Connection Between Mind, Body, and Emotions
The mind, body, and emotions are deeply connected. The mind is where thoughts originate, and our thoughts create emotions. Emotions are a form of energy that directly impacts our body, including our muscles and organs.
The mind sends messages to the body through the nerves in the spine, and the body responds to these messages. On a deeper level, our body is made up of millions of cells, and these cells are built from atoms that constantly vibrate. This vibration is the foundation of all life, but most of us are unaware of it because we are not tuned into this energy.
Our thoughts affect our body. Thoughts create feelings and emotions, and these emotions lead to chemical reactions in the body. For example, stress and negative emotions can trigger the release of hormones that influence weight gain.
One such hormone is cortisol, produced by the adrenal gland. Cortisol is important for regulating blood sugar, metabolism, immune function, blood pressure, and the sleep-wake cycle. However, cortisol is also known as the “stress hormone” because it is released during stressful situations as part of the “fight or flight” response.
Effects of Imbalanced Cortisol Levels
- Excess cortisol can lead to sugar cravings, weight gain, high blood pressure, and weakened immunity.
- Low cortisol can cause fatigue, weight loss, and low blood pressure.
- Maintaining balanced cortisol levels is essential for good health and effective stress management.
Root Causes of Weight Gain
The main cause of weight gain is emotional imbalance. Stress, anxiety, sadness, guilt, and shame can all contribute to weight gain. Emotional eating—when we eat to cope with emotions—can also lead to excessive weight gain. Some people develop cravings or addictions to specific types of food, which further adds to the problem.
The First Step in Weight Loss
Before starting any weight-loss exercise or diet plan, it is important to pay attention to your emotions. Begin by observing your emotions throughout the day and noticing how your body reacts to them. Once you identify the emotional roots of your weight gain, you can start working on healing your emotions. Only then should you move on to physical exercises and breathing techniques.
This combination of emotional healing and targeted physical exercises is the most effective way to lose weight and maintain a healthy body. Healing your emotions makes you feel emotionally lighter, which supports overall weight loss.
What is the Weight Loss Yoga Therapy Program?
Our Weight Loss Yoga Therapy Program has been carefully designed based on research and experience. This program focuses on gentle mobility and stretching exercises that specifically target fat-storing areas in the body.
Key Features of the Program:
- No intense or weight-lifting exercises.
- Only mobility and stretching exercises are included.
Duration: 3 to 6 months, as some people take longer to lose weight or adapt to new exercises.
By combining emotional healing with targeted physical exercises, this program provides a holistic approach to weight loss, helping you feel physically and emotionally balanced.