Removing Negative Thoughts Through Yoga

Following yesterday's entry, I went in search of more on inculcating postive thoughts and words. I found a very useful article and here's the link:
http://www.yogawiz.com/blog/yoga-benefits/negative-thinking-and-yoga.html

This is what the article says:

Negative thinking can be purged through various ways. This can be done by encouraging positive thoughts, and practicing yoga. Yoga has several positive benefits. Let’s understand the five principles of yoga and how it can help you get into a positive frame of mind.

Relaxation: Yoga is about correct relaxation of the body and the mind. A relaxed body will be rejuvenated and fresh, and this in itself helps to dispel those dark, gloomy thoughts. Relaxation eases the tension in muscles, and drains out negative thoughts. If you are relaxed, you are less likely to get agitated and will be more energized. A higher level of positive energy can combat negative thoughts.

Breathing: Yoga is about precision and correct breathing methods. Deep, rhythmic breathing will draw in more oxygen into the body and expel the toxic, stale air. This will boost the energy in your body, refresh your mind and calm your entire being. Enhanced concentration is another benefit of yoga breathing. All these practiced together help to dispel negative thoughts.

Exercise: Yoga is about asanas or postures that tone the body, stretch the muscles and make the entire body more flexible. Asanas are done in coordination with pranayama breath work and even meditation. After practicing for yoga for sometime in the day, you will get the complete benefits of exercise. And exercise is known to help let go of negative thoughts and make you feel fresher. Yoga exercises and pranayama, when done together, can unblock certain energy centers and can remove negative thoughts from the system. Through exercise and healthy habits that yoga is all about, you will feel rejuvenated and more positive.

Positive thinking: Meditation is a part of yoga, and this is a positive experience that helps people let go of pent up emotions, anger and negative thoughts. The more you look into yourself and spend time in a calm, quiet place, enjoying the meditation practice, the more calm and balanced you will become.

Diet: While it is not compulsory, but yoga asanas can be accompanied with a yoga diet. Yoga diet prescribes Sattvic foods that nourish the body and the mind, and promote positive thoughts. Yoga also prescribes eating habits like not over eating and eat everything in moderation. Yoga diet helps to keep the mind and body healthy, alert, fresh and the overall mental frame, happy.

You can purge all the negativity in you through yoga and other techniques, if you really want to. The key lies in trying to be truly happy!