Discipline, Breath & Breakfast: A Wellness Ritual to Live By

 Welcome back to The AnnaQuari!

Every day we get another opportunity to begin anew. And if there’s one thing that has served me well in growing, maintaining calmness and being in control, it has been discipline.

Discipline: How I Maintain a Balanced Life.

Discipline is really everything to me. Whether it be my studies and chores or my prayers and yoga; I always try to maintain things in a structured peaceful manner.

I do not enjoy being disorganised and rushing things up at the last minute. It calms and satisfies my day to be organized. It also makes my work presentable and valuable. But it did not come over me in a single day. Just like a seed grows into a plant with time and care my discipline began with baby steps – especially prayer and yoga.

Initially, I had to be forced to pray regularly. But It’s become a habit, now and it’s a natural part of me. Yoga is the same—practise, and now it tastes like peace.

Every Day Is a New Beginning

Every morning is a new opportunity. We can choose to waste it scrolling social media or talking about others, or we can choose to grow. Life is too short to spend in such useless things.

Breath Power in Yoga

Yoga isn’t just about stretching. It’s about breathing. Deep focused breathing can soothe your body and quiet your mind like magic.

This is a little exercise you can practice:

• Lie down on your mat.
• Put your left hand on your stomach and right hand on your chest.
• Close your eyes.
• Slowly breathe in through the nose – feel the air passing nostrils – lungs – stomach.
• Breathe out slowly—stomach → lungs → nostrils.
• Pay attention to the rhythm of the breath. Don’t rush.
• It may seem confusing at first, but continue to try. The mind and body will thank you.

Gentle Asanas You Need to Practice Daily

Below are 4 simple yoga poses (asanas) that can make your mornings and calm your mind:

1. Tadasana (Mountain Pose)

• How: Raise yourself up straight, feet together side, and breathe heavily.
• Benefits: Enhances posture, enhances balance, strengthens legs and spine.

2. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)

• How: Lie face down and using your arms, raise your chest.
• Benefits: Opens chest, strengthens back, relieves stress and fatigue and.

3. Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose)

• How to do it:Sit with your heels and back, hands on the thighs. Close your eyes and breathe normally.
• Benefits:Assists in digestion (excellent after meals), Calms the mind,Improves posture and focus,Promotes inner peace

4. Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)

• How to do it: Lay on your back and bend knees with feet flat on the ground, hip distance apart. Press down on your feet to elevate your hips, while maintaining your shoulders on the floor.
• Benefits: Strengthens the back and glutes, Exposes the chest and lungs, Reduces anxiety and fatigue, Improves blood circulation

These asanas are nice for beginners and great to begin practicing yoga.

Strength & Weight Gain Healthy Breakfasts

Not all of the bodies are the same. Some people need to put on weight in a healthy way, particularly weak or those that easily tire. Here is two delicious energizing breakfasts that help with that:

1. Peanut Butter Banana Oats

• Rolled oats, milk, banana, 1 tbsp peanut butter and chia seeds.
• Benefits: Full of healthy fats, protein and fiber.

2. Egg & Avocado Toast

• Whole grain toast, boiled egg, mashed avocado and black pepper.
• Benefits: Rich in proteins, healthy fats and beneficial nutrients.

These meals are not only delicious, they help your energy levels, brain and physical strength.

Whether it’s a student, or a teen, or just an average person who feels better in general, remember that discipline, healthy habits, and mindful moments can be really helpful.

Even little efforts, if done regularly, are strong.

Bonus Tip:

Take responsibility for your time and your life for yourself. You’re not here by mistake, you were selected for a reason. Your dreams are your responsibility. Own them. Work for them.