This International Yoga Day, Align Your Energy with the Planets; Here’s How

Yoga comes from the Sanskrit root "Yuj," which suggests to merge or join. Deeply, Yoga is the connection of the individual ego with the wider cosmic consciousness not only a set of physical postures or breathing exercises.

It is a road the human soul (Atman) follows to match the global spirit (Brahman), therefore bringing harmony with the rhythms of the earth and the universe. According to Vedic philosophy, the nine planets, navagrahas are divine energies influencing every element of human life our mind, actions, karma, and destiny. This International Yoga Day 2025, let us learn 3 yoga poses which help us in seeking positive results from each planet

Sun (Surya)

The Sun stands in for the soul, will, health, and leadership qualities.

A powerful Sun inspires, confers confidence, and clarity. Dynamic, heat-generating stances are best to maximize the Sun's positive energy. Sun Salutation's Surya Namaskar tones the solar plexus and energizes the whole body, therefore bringing breath into line with energy. While Tadasana (Mountain Pose) brings upright posture and presence, therefore rooting the ego in self-awareness, Utkatasana (Chair Pose) creates inner fire and increases resolve.

Designed by bending the ring finger to the base of the thumb, Surya Mudra stimulates the fire element and advances digestion, clarity, and confidence.

Moon (Chandra)

The Moon rules mental balance, intuition, and feelings. A well-placed Moon gives emotional strength, calm, and a loving energy. Calming and introspective poses are especially helpful in developing the Moon's attributes. Deep rest and submission found in Balasana, Child's Pose, help to safely manage emotions.

Perfect for evening practice, Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation) softly balances moon energy. Half Moon Pose, Ardha Chandrasana, helps to balance body and mind by enhancing intuition and stability.

Chin Mudra, in which the index finger contacts the thumb, balances the water-dominant energy of the Moon and improves calm, clarity, and a meditative state.

Mars (Mangala)

Mars is the planet of activity, bravery, and physical energy.

In good balance, it provides drive, decisiveness, and motivation. Strong, concentrated postures that direct Mars energy constructively will help to improve it. Expressing inner power and martial discipline, Virabhadrasana I and II (Warrior Poses) While Navasana (Boat Pose) tones the core and sharpens focus, Phalakasana (Plank Pose) develops endurance and willfulness.

Touching the ring finger to the thumb, Prithvi Mudra roots Mars's hot energy and fosters stamina and steadiness, therefore transforming raw intensity into useful activity.

Mercury (Budha)

Mercury rules reasoning, intelligence, communication, and fast thinking. Strong Mercury enhances mental agility, learning capacity, and clear communication as well as mental dexterity. Pose that combine mental clarity and balance can let Mercury's benefits be enhanced. Stilling the mind for clarity and introspection, padmasana (Lotus Pose) Eagle Pose, or garudasana, sharpens neuromuscular coordination and attention.

Fish Pose, matsyasana, works the throat chakra, so encouraging bold expression. Made by touching the little finger to the thumb, buddhhi mudra improves discriminating and facilitates honest, efficient communication.

Jupiter (Guru)

Jupiter stands for progress, knowledge, kindness, and greater consciousness. Strong Jupiter provides hope, plenty, and spiritual direction. Select heart-opening and balancing poses that inspire trust and surrender to assist Jupiter's influence.

Opening the chest and throat, Ustrasana (Camel Pose) represents transparency to wisdom and spiritual connection. Balancing expansion with stability, Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose) helps cleanse and meditation.

Tree Pose, or Vrikshasana, develops balance, concentration, and the upward ambition reflecting Jupiter's lifting influence. With the thumb and index finger interlocked, Gyan Mudra increases meditation, intuition, and receptivity to learning.

Venus (Shukra)

Venus stands in for relationships, pleasure, beauty, and love. When well-aspected it offers sensual delight, emotional harmony, and creative ability. Emphasize postures that open the hips and heart and foster emotional expression to boost Venus. Gently opening the heart, Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) promotes love and sensitivity. Consistent with Venus's feminine traits, baddha Konasana, the Bound Angle Pose, promotes emotional discharge and reproductive health.

Lifting the heart, Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose) promotes connection and happiness. Combining the ring and middle fingers with the thumb, Shukra Mudra improves emotional equilibrium and creative flow.

Saturn (Shani)

Linked with time, duty, endurance, and karmic teachings, Saturn is the taskmaster of the zodiac. Properly used, Saturn teaches spiritual power, discipline, and organization. Practice grounding, long-hold poses that increase resilience to help Saturn's stabilizing effect be stronger.

Staff Pose Dandasana strengthens structure and alignment. While Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold) encourages contemplation and resignation, Vrikshasana, Tree Pose, promotes rootedness and patience.

Made by linking the middle finger with the thumb, Shuni Mudra develops patience and concentration, therefore directing Saturn's seriousness into consistent personal development.

North Node (Rahu)

A shadow planet connected with desire, illusion, and unusual thinking is Rahu.

Balanced, Rahu drives creativity, bravery to challenge conventions, and worldly prosperity. Practice helps one ground and clear the mind, so stabilizing Rahu's restless energy. Triangle Pose, or trikonasana, sharpens the basis of the body and releases mental dullness. Perfect for Rahu's non-traditional path, Salamba Sirsasana ( Supported Headstand) flips energy and changes viewpoint.

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose, Ardha Matsyendrasana, helps clean the body and mind.

Rahu Mudra, in which the ring and middle fingers contact the thumb, helps to relax obsessions and straightens ambition with regard for direction.

South Node (Ketu)

The southern node of the Moon, ketu stands for intuition, past-life karma, and spiritual detachment. Strong ketu gives transcendence, discipline, and spiritual understanding. Including introspective and contemplative stances can help you to match Ketu. Centering the practitioner in quiet and spiritual depth, padmasana (Lotus Pose) allows Supporting surrender and energy reset is Viparita Karani (Legs-up-the-wall Pose).

Alternately Nostril Breathing, or Anulom Vilom, balances ida and pingala nadis to eliminate karmic patterns. With all fingers lightly touching, ketu mudra promotes greater awareness and helps one separate from ego-driven needs.