श्रीविद्ये सुमनोरूपे सर्वविद्यास्वरूपिणि ।
बालाम्बिके नमस्तेऽस्तु विद्यां बुद्धिं च देहि मे ॥

shrividye sumanorupe sarvavidyasvarupini .
balambike namastestu vidyam buddhim cha dehi me ..

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Yoga is Applied Psychology

Yoga philosophy can be seen as applied psychology because it offers practical techniques for understanding and improving the human mind. At its core, Yoga focuses on the mental processes, emotions, and behaviors that shape a person's experience of life. Through practices like meditation, breath control (pranayama), and self-discipline, Yoga directly engages with the mind to reduce stress, calm the senses, and enhance clarity. Patanjali's Yoga Sutras outline the eightfold path, which includes ethical guidelines, mental practices, and deep self-awareness—all designed to bring mental balance. By addressing thoughts, desires, and habits, Yoga works as a form of mental training, helping individuals manage their emotional states and reactions. This makes Yoga more than just a spiritual practice; it serves as a systematic approach to psychological well-being, much like modern psychology's focus on self-regulation and emotional control, but in a deeply holistic and experiential way.

Akshaya Chaturthi

Angaraka Chaturthi (Tuesday + Chaturthi) is also called Akshaya Chaturthi. Fasting on this day gives endless benefits.