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Benefits of Yoga & Meditation for Adolescent Mental Health

by Harjeet Kaur
January 16, 2025
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Benefits of Yoga & Meditation for Adolescent Mental Health

Benefits of Yoga & Meditation for Adolescent Mental Health

Benefits of Yoga & Meditation for Adolescent Mental Health
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Y stands for my favourite, Yoga for #BlogchatterA2Z- Benefits of Yoga & Meditation for Adolescent Mental Health. As somebody who practices yoga and is battling depression, I can prove its life-changing power. In today’s fast-paced world, teenagers neglect their mental well-being. The onslaught of new trends and daily life pressures leaves them with little time. The pandemic has led to teenagers feeling anxious, stressed, and depressed, as well as isolated and disrupted routines. But amongst all this adversity, yoga is a guiding light.

Yoga: More Than Just Asanas

Yoga offers much more than just a series of asanas. It’s a holistic practice that nurtures our physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. For teenagers grappling with stress, yoga is a perfect solution. It doesn’t involve medication or expensive therapies. Instead, it offers a path to balance and calmness amid life’s turmoil. I discontinued my relaxants after two months of practising yoga. This is the magic and power of yoga.

Understanding Yoga for Teenagers

Rooted in ancient Indian wisdom, yoga is a practice that combines the body, mind, and soul. It comes in different forms, each with its own methods and results. Yoga for teenagers is a tool to help them wade through the volatile adolescent years. It lays the foundation for a healthier and happier life.

Benefits of Yoga for Teenagers

Controlled Breathing Exercises

Yoga teaches teenagers how to regulate their breath. It promotes slow and deep breathing that reduces stress and anxiety.

There are different methods-

  1. Box breathing
  2. Belly breathing
  3. Lion’s Breath or Simhasana
  4. Alternate nostril breathing or Nadi Shodana
  5. Sitali breath
  6. Humming bee breath or Braahmari

Including these breathing exercises in daily routines can help teenagers stay relaxed and down-to-earth amidst life’s pressures.

Meditation:

Meditation is a simple yet powerful technique to reduce stress and nurture mindfulness. It helps us focus on the present moment and let go of worries. Meditation helps teenagers manage their emotions and find inner peace. It isn’t easy to meditate. Start with five to ten minutes of guided meditation and extend it after practice.

The Teenage World: A Glimpse into Their Struggles

Teenagers face myriad challenges through the tumultuous years of adolescence. Many factors, such as hormonal changes, academic pressures, and social dynamics, affect their mental health.

Common Problems Adolescents Face Today

1. Anxiety and Depression

2. Self-Esteem

3. Body Image

4. Cyber Addiction

5. Bullying and Peer Pressure

The Power of Yoga for Teenagers

Yoga offers lots of benefits for teenagers, tackling both, their physical and mental well-being:
1. Stress Management:

Yoga arms teenagers with useful techniques to manage stress and anxiety. It endorses relaxation and emotional stability through mindful movement and breath awareness.

2. Confidence Building:

Yoga helps teenagers embrace their bodies and feel more confident and proud of their abilities. This lets them face adversity with confidence.

3. Improved Concentration:

 Teenagers struggle with focus and attention because of various distractions and demands on their time. Yoga enhances concentration and mental clarity. It lets teenagers stay focused and do well in academic and extracurricular activities.

4. Physical Fitness:

Besides its mental health benefits, yoga improves teenagers’ physical fitness. Regular practice of yoga asanas improves posture, spine health, and overall physical well-being. It does the groundwork for a healthy, active and happy life.

My Journey with Yoga and Meditation

I suffer from chronic postnatal depression. My psychiatrist prescribed me permanent, lifelong medications for anxiety and depression. But twelve years of practising yoga and meditation has made me a calmer person.

Yoga became my sanctuary; I could escape the noise in my head and connect with myself. I call it my healthy addiction. Through yoga asanas and pranayama, I learned to relax my mind and find peace. Meditation taught me to let go of worries and fears. It helps me sleep without relaxants and face life with calmness and fortitude.

Yoga is an integral part of my daily routine. It is not a fad, but a way of life. It’s not just about physical fitness; a feeling of inner peace and harmony. I believe if I had practised yoga as a teenager, I would have handled my depression better. Every teenager deserves the opportunity to discover its benefits for themselves.

Benefits of Yoga & Meditation for Adolescent Mental Health

Yoga offers a holistic approach to teenage mental health. It is sad but a fact that my grandsons living in Mexico, learn yoga in school, but schools in India do not have yoga. Yoga is as old as humanity. Lord Shiva, known as Adiyogi, shared his knowledge with the Saptarishis. I urge schools and communities to use yoga and meditation to support adolescent mental health. We can empower Gen Z to excel in their physical, mental, and emotional growth. This helps in fashioning a happier and more compassionate world for us all.

This post is part of Blogchatter’s CauseAChatter

I am participating in #BlogchatterA2Z

  • A- Anxiety Disorders
  • B-Bullying-A growing concern for Adolescents
  • C- 10 Ways to Cope with Stress for Adolescents
  • D-Supporting Adolescents with Depression
  • E-Eating Disorders in Adolescents in India
  • F- Role of Family in Adolescent Mental Health
  • G- Supporting Adolescents in Gender identity
  • H-Harmful Substance Abuse in Adolescents
  • I- Helping Adolescents Navigate Identity Confusion
  • J- Mental Health in Juvenile Offenders
  • K-Key To a Better Future for Adolescents
  • L-LGBTQ+ Adolescents Issues
  • M- 5 ways to handle Teenagers’ Mood Swings
  • N- Neurodevelopmental Problems in Adolescents
  • O-10 signs your child is an online Addict
  • P- 15 Tips to deal with peer Pressure
  • Q-Quality education to support mental health
  • R-10 Tips for Nurturing Healthy Relationships in Teenagers
  • S-Addressing self-harming behaviours in Indian adolescents
  • T-Healing from Traumatic Experience in Adolescence
  • U- 7 Pointers on Mental Health Impact of Unemployment
  • V-Violence and its effects on adolescent mental health
  • W- Promoting Mental well-being in adolescents
  • X- Xenophobia and its effects on Adolescents
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Harjeet Kaur

Harjeet Kaur

I’m Harjeet Kaur, the voice behind Wordsmithkaur, a lifestyle blog that’s ranked among India’s Top 20. My writing journey started unexpectedly with articles for The Hindu, and I even had a weekend column that had loyal readership. Over the years, I’ve juggled many hats—content creator, freelance writer, and blogger—all while nurturing my love for words. On my blog, you’ll find a little bit of everything: recipes straight from my kitchen, travel diaries, gardening tips, and stories about beauty, mental health, and sustainability. Cooking is my therapy, and I take pride in turning simple, traditional recipes into gourmet dishes—with love as my secret ingredient. I write to connect, to share, and to inspire. Whether it’s content for social media, blogs, or brochures, I thrive on crafting stories that resonate. If it’s writing you need, I’m your go-to wordsmith. Take a peek into my world—I promise there’s always something interesting waiting for you.

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Comments 6

  1. Ambica Gulati says:
    1 year ago

    This is so relevant. On my morning walks, I see young boys really doing yoga seriously in parks, in fact, some come with parents on weekends. It’s such a good habit to develop, right from a young age.

    Reply
  2. Tina Basu says:
    1 year ago

    Yoga empowers adolescents with stress relief, body awareness, and emotional balance. It’s a transformative practice fostering resilience and well-being in today’s challenging world.

    Reply
  3. Ruchi Verma says:
    1 year ago

    Thanks for sharing this article and highlighting the transformative power of yoga and meditation in enhancing adolescent mental health, advocating for its inclusion in schools for holistic well-being.

    Reply
  4. Preeti Chauhan says:
    1 year ago

    I think age is no bar when it come sto reaping the benefits of practising Yoga regularly but as you rightly pointed out it is a tim eof great turbulence, physical, hormonal and emotional and Yoga, triggering hypothyroid or anxiety , aggression or other hormonal imbalances even. Yoga strengthens the body’s defences and helps in better emotional regulation too.

    Reply
  5. Dipika Singh says:
    1 year ago

    As you’ve noted, practicing yoga regularly is beneficial during times of great physical, hormonal, and emotional stress. While yoga may not be everyone’s cup of tea, it fortifies the body’s defenses and enhances emotive statutes.

    Reply
  6. Varsh says:
    1 year ago

    Yoga is beneficial at every age and for everyone. Teenagers tend to take their health and sleep for granted with studying and screen time. It’s a great way to help them handle their lives better.

    Reply

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