Why Does Yoga Make People Emotional?

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Why Does Yoga Make People Emotional?

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If you've ever found yourself swept up in a wave of sadness or anger during, say, Pigeon Pose, you're not alone. Learn more about what we know and don't know about yoga's effects on emotions in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/diet-fitness/yoga/yoga-makes-people-super-emotional-why.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Why Does Yoga Make People Emotional?

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