Abstract
This study examines the relationship between yoga practice, emotional intelligence (normally abbreviated to EQ or EI), and academic performance among business students through the lens of mindfulness. Research demonstrates that yogic practices significantly enhance both EI and academic achievement. Peer ratings measured EI whilst faculty assessments evaluated academic performance, avoiding same-source bias. Mindfulness emerged as a crucial mediator, accounting for 88% of yoga’s effect on EI and 56% of improved academic performance. The remaining impacts (12% for EI, 44% for academics) stemmed directly from yoga practice. The findings underscore yoga’s potential value in business education.
