Concentration means loosening up the mind and bringing about a definite but not specified impartial unconcern to external influences. During the process of concentration the mind and body should be at ease and should not be in a state of conflict or disturbance. In order to achieve such a state of concentration, the various yogasanas, Pranayama and pratyahara in the practice of yoga, to get rid of mental influences that come in the way of concentration. One such method in yoga known as Tratak or heightened concentration is an accumulation of various elements and a combination of several concentration techniques. This particular form of concentration techniques helps to strengthen the visual organs and through disciplined training the body energy or prana is passed on to the eyes. Through this method the mind becomes composed while the brain gets relaxed.

In order to perform Tratak, you must place yourself before a lit candle. However before you begin to focus on the candle light you would have to use methods of meditation and relaxation to bring the mind and body to a complete state of relaxation. Once you have opened eyes to focus on the frame of the candle you will be able to train yourself to hold onto a particular thought, instead of a wandering mind.

The sun salutations or Surya Namaskar is also vital in bringing about mental focus. A 20 minute session of Surya Namaskar can help the body to relax and the mind to concentrate. Another art or practice of concentration known as Dharana helps the occupied mind to become more composed and calm. Through the practice of Dharana, mental strength increases while strain on the mind is reduced. With the help of habitual daily practice of Dharana, the attitude of the individual also becomes more confident and a sense of peace can be achieved.

Pranayama and meditation are the best known yoga techniques to bring about increased concentration and memory power. Specific yogasanas such as the inverted poses help to nourish the brain by enhancing the blood circulation and increasing oxygenated blood in the body. In the practice of Pranayama, the mind is trained to focus on the breath while inhaling and exhaling. Through the conscious regulation of breath in Pranayama, oxygen and vital body energy is increased in the body thus bringing about heightened awareness of one's self and improved concentration. Daily meditation is also vital in improving memory power, and as the concentration of the individual improves, the physical self and mental being achieves a sense of harmony.