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Yoga as an Eco-therapy for Achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: An Explorative Study
Aarti Jagannathan1, Pooja More1, Vinod Kumar2
1Department of Psychiatric Social Work, NIMHANS, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
International Journal of Yoga
|February 26, 2026
Summary
Yoga enhances physical and mental resilience, fostering environmental stewardship crucial for sustainable development. Implementing yoga-based recommendations can help achieve United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by promoting harmony between humans and nature.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) emphasize the interconnectedness of environmental and socioeconomic factors.
- Yoga practice cultivates physical and mental resilience.
- Yoga also fosters positive environmental attitudes, contributing to conservation efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the role of Yoga in achieving the United Nations SDGs.
- To develop a policy statement for integrating Yoga into SDG implementation strategies.
Main Methods:
- A three-phase study was conducted.
- Phase 1 involved a comprehensive literature review.
- Phase 2 included global expert consultations (Yoga, community health, social work, medicine).
- Phase 3 focused on drafting policy recommendations for the CCRYN.
Main Results:
- 320 research articles were screened, with 217 included in the review.
- Expert input was gathered through three dedicated sessions.
- Policy recommendations and a draft statement were finalized.
Conclusions:
- Yoga is a viable tool for achieving UN SDG targets.
- Implementing the study's recommendations can address environmental and ecosystem threats.
- Yoga promotes a harmonious relationship between humanity and the natural world.
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