Yoga is a set of practices and principles which originated in ancient India (possibly in the pre Vedic Indus valley civilization, in present-day Pakistan, around 3000 BCE) consisting of physical exercises, meditation, and yoga philosophy. The Sanskrit word "yoga" is derived from the root "yuj," which means to control, to yoke or join together. In the context of Yoga, this means joining the body and mind so they work together in harmony. The philosophy traces its roots back to ancient Indian texts. It was developed as a way for people to find peace and transcend their ego while achieving their highest potential. It is not only a physical practice but also involves mental discipline, controlled breathing, meditation and moral principles. The ultimate goal of yoga philosophy is to achieve inner peace through meditation on the self's true nature: one's eternal, true self, spirit, soul or Atman; hence it is known as Jnana Yoga (the Yoga of Knowledge). The
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