Helping people in need is one way to get through hard times. It is amazing to see how yogis take in the world around them and offer their practices to help others. Yoga can help us become grounded, connect with our true selves, develop compassion and love, and then pass this on to those who need it most.

Many people want to change the world, but few actually do. The reason is that people go about it in the wrong way. They tend to focus on making big changes to social structures instead of changing individuals. If you really want to change the world, you have to change yourself.

Some of the world is terrible, but it can be changed. We often hear about the negative news about the world, and that can scare us. Let’s focus on the positive instead. There are some things we can do right in our own backyard. One way is to improve the lives of those around us.

Yoga practice will make you more grounded, functional and powerful.

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8 yoga poses that will help you become stronger

The Hero Pose (Virasana)

Bend down with your legs outstretched and straighten your back to the floor. This will make you feel connected and calm. Your arms can be extended outwards to stretch your waist towards the ceiling.

Let go of all thoughts and relax. Breathe in slowly and move your body towards your belly.

Locust Pose (Salabhasana)

Keep your gaze on the floor, your belly down and your arms raised. Interlace your fingers with your spine. Keep your upper arms straight and your neck straight.

Now inhale and lift your legs off the mat. Then lift your hips towards the sky and stretch your buttocks towards your heels. Then return to the lower dog.

Goddess Kali Pose (Utkata Konasana)

Pose of the Goddess Kali, is a pose that gives you energy and strength. Bring your heels back to the floor. Then bend your knees until your thighs touch the floor. Then go into an inclined squat. Then roll your tailbone down to bring your pelvis into a squat position.

Next, lift one foot up into a lunge. Then connect your index fingers to your thumbs by touching your thumbs. Then lower your heels towards the floor.

Downward Looking Dog Pose (Adho Mukha Svanasana)

Next, bring your knees to your chest and then bend your knees so that your feet touch the floor. Then lift your hips to enter downward dog.

Now press evenly with your fingertips on your palms and the bases of your fingers. Then raise the arms and press evenly with the fingertips on the palms and the base of the fingers.

Crow Pose (Bakasana)

This yoga pose allows us to be creative, powerful and strong. This movement connects our energy system with the physical world. It represents righteousness and longevity.

Our goal is to be more creative and to become stronger mentally, physically and emotionally. This will give you a sense of belonging and make you stronger.

Place your hands flat on the floor directly in front of you. Your middle finger should point forward. Spread your fingers so that your hands are flat on the floor in front of you. You can squeeze your outer arms together at the knees. You can also bring your elbows and knees to your midline.

Round your back by pulling your sides up and using your abdominal muscles. You will feel your body pulling inwards. When your elbows touch your wrists, lift your weight forward. Next, visualise reaching your First Chakra by stretching your toes towards your First Chakra.

Wheel Pose (Urdhva Dhanurasana)

How you hold and move can affect your emotions and confidence. This posture can help reduce negative emotions and increase self-confidence. Trust your whole body when you hold this pose. This pose can help improve your mental and emotional health and reduce stress.

Your back should be flat on the floor. Keep your knees bent. Your feet should be about hip-width apart. Your elbows should be pointing upwards. Your shoulders sink to the floor. This will activate your gluteal muscles. Your tailbone can be lifted slightly forward.

Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)

Your belly should lie flat on the floor. Your legs should be flat on the floor. Your neck should be stretched so that your eyes are not facing the ceiling. Keep your head up and your arms at your sides.

Mountain Posture (Utthita Tadasana)

Mountain pose engages every muscle and gives you a full body workout. This intention affirms your identity. Staying true to yourself is the goal.

Place your feet on the mat in a wide position. Place your hands in front of your face so that your index fingers touch your thumbs. Your other fingers should be stretched and relaxed.

Mindful movement can stimulate creativity

Yoga has many benefits. It can improve your self-love and self-esteem as well as your overall health.

Yoga is an opportunity to be present and take time for yourself. It is a time to take care of our bodies and feel a deeper connection to our souls.

Yoga can be a wonderful way to express your love. Yoga helps you to recognise, celebrate and appreciate your uniqueness.