What is the International Day of Happiness? It's a day to be happy, of course!
During social distancing and pandemic, its more important than ever to prioritize our mental health.
Since 2013, the United Nations has celebrated the International Day of Happiness as a way to recognize the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world.
As a UN NGO, 3HO Foundation International is honored to help spread the word about happiness through Kundalini Yoga and meditation.
Try this kriya for pleasure and happiness and remember, unlike toilet paper, smiles are free and you can't run out!
Kriya for Pleasure and Happiness
1. Sit with legs stretched straight forward. Bend forward from your lower spine and grab your big toes. Keeping legs, neck and spine straight, raise both legs up high. Hold the position for 3-11 minutes with long, deep breathing.
2. Stand up with the fingers interlocked and place them on top of the head. Raise the left leg so that the left thigh is parallel to the floor in front of you. Bend the left knee so the foot is pulled back towards your right leg. Breathe long and deep for 3 - 12.5 minutes. Change and stand on left leg for 3 - 12.5 minutes. Then return to right leg for 3 - 12.5 minutes.
3. Stand with the feet shoulder width apart. Bend from the waist placing the hands on the feet. Arch the head and back up into cow pose. Eyes remain open. (If you become dizzy, discontinue.) This exercise balances the circulation. Breathe normally for 1.5 minutes. Then, in the same position, begin pumping the navel area powerfully for 1 minute.
4. Sit on your heels. Interlock the fingers behind the back and pull the arms back, opening the chest area, and bend forward. Place your forehead on the ground with the arms stretching up 90 degrees behind your back. Breathe normally for 4 minutes.
