Yoga and Memory

Yogic components that improve memory

Asanas: The inverted postures nourish the brain with increased blood supply and supply of oxygen to the cells that help in developing memory:

Pranayama: Deep breathing exercises that help in the increased flow of prana and oxygen to the body parts and the brain, enhancing memory power

Meditation: Helps to clear the mind of unwanted thoughts and reduces excessive thinking. It is said that excessive thinking saps the mental energy of a person. Daily meditation helps to keep the mind calm and free of tension. Meditation on the third eye or on the point between the eyebrows helps to activate the brain and develop memory power.

"Om" chanting: – The vibration of Om recharges the cells and organs of the body with energy. It is said that 30 minutes of Om chanting helps to rejuvenate our consciousness and improve memory power.

How?

• AUM – Utterance of A affects the spinal cord.
• Utterance of U affects the thyroid glands.
• Utterance of M affects the brain and its centers.
• This practice enhances the efficiency of the brain cells, thereby improving memory power.