International Yoga Day, World Yoga Day, and International Day of Yoga are all the same thing and are worldwide events approved by the United Nations. World Yoga Day 2024 is on 21 June.
Yoga is well known for its extraordinary health benefits and is getting accepted globally as well.
This event aims to promote and raise awareness of Yoga around the world. It also suggests that Yoga can help relieve stress and build a healthy body and a suitably designed lifestyle. Additionally, everyone can practice Yoga and enjoy the benefits.
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Background
Yoga has a history of over 6000 Years in ancient India. However, Indian UN Ambassador Ashoke Mukerji witnessed interest in Yoga from almost all nations. That’s when the United Nations considered declaring 21 June as World Yoga Day. Since then, the day has been observed worldwide as Yoga Day. India has had a deep-rooted history with Yoga since the 5th decade. Likewise, Nepal also celebrates World Yoga Day with dedication and enthusiasm.
The day is also marked as the longest day of the year(summer solstice), and this particular day is chosen for Yoga Day.
Theme
With an aim to achieve a healthy life, the theme for World Yoga Day 2024 is ‘Humanity.’
The theme holds good for the current COVID-19 pandemic, where Yoga can help.
Facts about Yoga
- Yoga has different forms(Asanas) and paces, so you can choose your method and speed to go along.
- It is equally important to select the correct Yoga exercises based on age, temperament, and goals for better results.
- Wear comfortable clothes and avoid food for a minimum of 2 hours before practice.
- Mornings are the best time for Yoga as it refuels our body with energy for the entire day.
- You can opt for yoga sessions based on your requirements and comfort. Even a couple of minutes each day would be beneficial.
Benefits of Yoga
- Refuels daily energy requirements
- Improved physical flexibility
- Easy relief from breathing issues.
- Boost mental wellbeing
- Balanced weight gain and maintenance
- Improves metabolic activity
- Boost concentration
- Raise in strength and activity
- Relives anxiety, depression, and stress
- Yoga is the remedy for all ailments when practised correctly.
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World Music Day (Fête de la Musique/ विश्व संगीत दिवस)
Originally in France, this annual music fest is intended to acknowledge and honour experts and newcomers in the industry. It also proposes to showcase the fresh talent of music to the world.
It is also a Make Music Day, where new talents come out to make music. The day is marked by numerous celebrations and parades worldwide. There are already many inbuilt benefits of music, and it’s even better than a day worth celebrating all those and more.
For everyone with headphones on, we wish you a Happy World Music Day 2024
Besides World Yoga Day 2024 and World Music Day 2024, the following events are also marked around the world.
