2-Minute Daily Practice to Calm Your Restless Mind | Yoga & Neuroscience | Dr Hansaji

Hansaji explains how the 2-minute Kaya Sthairyam habit can transform your mind, bringing steadiness and awareness even amidst modern distractions. The practice is deeply rooted in yoga philosophy — combining stillness of body, control of breath, and discipline of mind. Even modern neuroscience confirms that short periods of stillness reduce stress hormones and calm the brain’s overactive networks.You’ll learn:• What Kaya Sthairyam means and how it connects to Patanjali’s sutra “Sthira Sukham Asanam” – a posture that is steady and comfortable• The Bhagavad Gita’s guidance (6.13) on sitting with body, head, and neck aligned for meditation• How a 2-minute stillness practice can train your willpower, emotional control, and concentration• The scientific benefits – lower heart rate, relaxed nervous system, and reduced overthinking• Step-by-step guided Kaya Sthairyam meditation to experience steadiness and silencePractice Guide:1. Sit comfortably with your spine straight and eyes closed.2. Keep your hands on your knees and decide not to move for the next two minutes.3. Breathe naturally, observing each inhalation and exhalation.4. Witness your thoughts without reacting — this is Sakshi Bhava.5. When done, take a deep breath, rub your palms, and open your eyes gently.Even two minutes of this daily practice can rewire your mind, build discipline, and create a deep sense of peace