Yoga can be a great way to develop empathy, so in this blog, we're going to look at 5 yogic practices that can help increase empathy in relationships.

1. Meta-meditation
Meta-meditation is a practice that promotes a compassionate attitude towards oneself and others. To perform this meditation, you need to sit in a comfortable position and imagine your loved one. You can then chant a mantra such as "My love and compassion are directed towards you." Then, change the object of your visualization to someone who gives you a strong negative feeling. Imagine how your compassion is directed towards this person. This practice helps develop compassion and empathy.

2. Yogic breathing exercise "Nadi shodhana pranayama"
"Nadi shodhana pranayama" is a breathing practice that helps to balance the energy in the body. To perform this practice, one should sit in a comfortable position and close the right nostril with the right finger, inhale through the left nostril, then close the left nostril with the left finger and exhale through the right nostril. Then inhale through the right nostril, close it and exhale through the left nostril. This practice helps to calm the mind, which helps to improve empathy and understanding of other people.

3. Yogic asana "Gomukihasana"
Gomukihasana is an asana that helps to relax the shoulders and neck, which can help improve communication and understanding of other people. To perform this practice, sit on the floor and cross your left leg over your right, then raise your right arm up, bend it at the elbow and lower it behind your back. Then, with your left hand, take your right hand and try to bring your palms together behind your back. Hold the pose for a few breaths, then repeat on the other side. This practice helps relieve tension in the shoulders and neck, which can increase feelings of comfort and calmness in a relationship.

4. Yogic asana "Balasana"
"Balasana" is a child's pose that helps to relax and calm down. To perform this practice, you need to sit on your knees, spread them hip-width apart and lean forward, stretching your arms forward. Hold the pose for a few breaths, then return to the starting position. This practice helps reduce stress and tension, which can improve your ability to empathize.

5. Yogic practice "Darshana"
"Darshana" is a practice that helps us see other people as they are, without prejudice or judgment. To perform this practice, you need to sit in a meditative posture and focus on breathing. Then, imagine the other person in front of you and try to see them in terms of unconditional love and compassion. This practice helps develop empathy and reduce bias.

These practices can help improve empathy and understanding of other people in a relationship. Remember that developing empathy is an ongoing process that requires constant practice and introspection. Yoga can be a powerful tool in this process, so feel free to use these practices to improve your relationship.