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YOGASATTVA
MAY 2019 ISSUE
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF THE YOGA INSTITUTE, INDIA
OLDEST ORGANISED YOGA CENTRE IN THE WORLD
LIKE MOTHER,
LIKE DAUGHTER - NANI
AND PUJYA MAA HANSAJI
SMT. HANSAJI JAYADEVA YOGENDRA
THE ROLE OF YOGA
IN ADOLESCENCE
YOGA MD
SELF-RELIANCE THROUGH
RESTORATIVE YOGA
A CASE STUDY
TRANSFORMATION
THROUGH YOGA
YOGA
UNDISTORTED
SHRI YOGENDRA
CONTENTS
ARE YOU A
BINGE-WATCHER ? LIKE MOTHER,
YOGA CAN HELP LIKE DAUGHTER - NANI
MINIMISE THE
ILL-EFFECTS
FROM THE TEACHER’S DIARY 6 4-5 AND PUJYA MAA HANSAJI
SMT. HANSAJI JAYADEVA
YOGENDRA
THE ROLE EVERY SITUATION
OF YOGA IN IS EDUCATIVE
ADOLESCENCE
YOGA MD 7 DR. JAYADEVA
YOGENDRA 23
SHAVASANA YOGA
-THE CORPSE UNDISTORTED
POSTURE
YOGA TECHNIQUE
OF THE MONTH 8 SHRI YOGENDRA 24
YOGA JOURNEY RAJAPURI
WITH HANSAJI MANGOES
CHILDREN’S
SUMMER CAMP GREEN YOGASPHERE 25
YOGA CLASSES AT TESTIMONIALS
LILAVATI HOSPITAL
FEATURED
ACTIVITY 9-10 26-27
SELF-RELIANCE UPCOMMING
THROUGH ACTIVITIES
RESTORATIVE
YOGA
A CASE STUDY The Yoga Institute
TRANSFORMATION
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EDITOR’S NOTE
Namaste,
S
ummer has arrived in full swing! Though the temperature is rising, it is the universal season of light and warmth. To balance the
heat and energy of the hot weather, various Yoga practices help to cultivate the opposite environment of cool and calm inside the
body. By opting for activities and foodstuff that are cooling, we can nourish our system and help increase our energy levels.
There are certainly many more holistic benefits of continuing our Yoga practice in the summer too! As most of these practices help the
body to self-regulate, they not only energize and refresh us but also relax and rejuvenate us. These also send a calming wave through the
nervous system. Summer is just a part of change as one season flows into another. We need to just go with the flow and simply follow
techniques that ensure our overall well being.
Across the globe, many of us remember our mothers and mother figures on Mother’s Day. And there are various ways to express our
appreciation for them on this special day, dedicated to honoring motherhood. Whatever way we choose, our aim on this day should be to
be grateful to them and make them feel very special.
We are celebrating Mother's Day by sharing about the beautiful bond between our Pujya Maa Hansaji, also revered as the universal Maa,
and her mother Taraji who is lovingly called Nani by all. In this issue, Dr Jayadeva clearly states that one cannot divorce spirituality from
reality, the two go together. Also know how Yoga can help to offset the ill-effects of binge watching which has become a norm amongst
our generation.
Stay Cool and Happy Summer!
PEARLS OF WISDOM YOGASATTVA 04
PEARLS OF
WISDOM
LIKE MOTHER,
LIKE DAUGHTER - NANI
AND PUJYA MAA HANSAJI
T he above lines best describe my relationship with my beloved
mother Taraji Pattani, who is revered as the Nani of the institute.
I am sharing a few loving snippets of our treasured bond which
will inspire each one of you to share your love for life and for your mother
or a mother figure.
enthusiastic about everything that I used to help my elder brothers in
whichever way possible. As a child I was constantly sick due to asthma or
bone injuries and many more. Despite this, my mother never gave up on
me and helped me remain positive throughout. She was like the strong
mountain which guides the river to flow in the right direction. Thus I
could not only excel in my studies but did well in extra-curricular
Taraji lived in the suburbs of Mumbai with her two loving boys. But she activities too.
always wished to have a daughter with whom she could be herself and
pass on her learning. After a few years, her prayers were answered and I Now it is my duty to pass the same values to my children and
was born. She named me Hansa as she felt it was most befitting; a perfect grandchildren. She has always taught us to accept life and make the most
combination of beauty with brain, softer than feather and compassionate of it. It is with her guidance that I have been able to lead my family on the
to everyone. path of yoga and also help thousands to find love and happiness in their
families.
My mother has been a dutiful wife and doting mother. She never failed in
keeping balance between us and my father’s needs. Her only aim was to I am grateful to my mother for introducing me to spirituality from the
provide a loving environment, giving us everything we asked for. She was very beginning and always supporting me on this blossoming path.
lovingly biased towards me and always encouraged me to realise and live
my dreams. During my childhood and in growing years, she supported We may not talk for hours together but deep in our hearts, we know that
me in acquiring different skills and discovering my hidden creativity. we care about each other wholeheartedly. I invite each one of you to
From dancing to singing she was by my side always. Her innocent smile celebrate this Mother's Day with your mother or mother-like figure
was unendingly there with me. So, whatever I am today is because of her because each day counts.
strong willed support. People come and say I inspire many but the fact is,
she has inspired me and so I am what I am today.
She has and will remain my role model. I have never seen her falling sick
or giving up. She has had a very active life from the very beginning and
gave her 100% in building a nurturing family home for us. She has always
been a nature loving person. She had her own cow and she milked her
every day to provide us with healthy and delicious curd, butter and ghee.
Alongside nurturing a family, she loved spending time in her garden
which was home to over 60 varieties of roses and many coconut trees. As
children, we too developed love and respect for Mother Nature. It was
because of her that this love is the major part of my personality. I am
highly influenced by her in many aspects. Apart from being loving, she
has also taught us to be fair and resilient. She was of the opinion to accept
the situation, good or bad, and come out of it unprejudiced and
unchanged.
Smt. Hansaji
She always wanted us to grow in life. We use to play badminton and swim Jayadeva Yogendra
in our house , which was a rare sight in olden days. We all used to find Director,
happiness in every small and big thing. I was the youngest but I was so The Yoga Institute.
YOGASATTVA 05
FROM THE
TEACHER’S DIARY
Are You a Binge-Watcher ?
Yoga Can Help Minimise the Ill-Effects
E ver since the world has woken up to the convenience of video-
on-demand streaming services, binge watching has become
common. We take a TV series and watch several episodes;
maybe entire seasons. The bingeing can go on all day, with some of us
pulling an all-nighter simply because we want to know ‘what happened
below the shoulders.
Parivrtta janu sirsasana or revolved head-to-knee pose - One leg is
stretched out to the side with the other tucked into the body. The torso is
then bent towards the outstretched leg with the arms pointing up from
the head.
next’. Obviously, sleep and health - to say nothing of posture, eyesight Kumbhakasana or plank pose - You balance your body on your toes
and spinal health - will suffer. and palms with the entire body at an angle to the ground.
Trataka for your eyes - Prolonged staring at any light-emitting screen
Yoga can offset the ill-effects of binge watching can adversely affect your eye health. To counteract this, do Trataka - eye
We typically watch TV in the seated position, and sitting is the new exercises every day. You may do this while staring unblinkingly and
smoking say researchers. Now if we cannot resist the urge to watch those intently at a candle flame or even a spot on the wall.
oh-so-fascinating shows for prolonged periods, we can at least try to Binge-watch if you must; but try to breathe regularly and consciously,
offset the potential problems this can cause. Keep doing some or all of assume a good posture and take frequent yoga breaks! The important
these asanas intermittently as you binge watch your favourite shows: thing is to keep stretching and changing position, to take your eyes off
Padmasana or the lotus pose – You can try doing this or simply try to the screen every once in a while to look at something at a distance, and to
sit cross legged with a straight spine and erect posture as far as possible be as active as possible while binge watching.
when you watch TV.
Vajrasana or thunderbolt pose – This is another seated pose that you
can easily incorporate into your binge-watching session. Instead of
sitting in a slouched position like a couch potato, sit with your spine
upright, your legs tucked up under you (calves parallel to the thighs and
feet below the buttocks) with the hands resting lightly on the knees.
Gomukhasana or cow face pose – Here you sit with one leg hooked
over the other; the other leg bent towards the body (both feet rest on the
ground, on opposite sides). Now stretch one arm up and bend it back
down to the middle of the back while the other arm reaches up
simultaneously in a way that the hands are able to clasp each other just Sashi Sharda
YOGASATTVA 06
YogaMD
THE ROLE OF YOGA
IN ADOLESCENCE
A dolescence is typically described as a period of transition
between childhood and adulthood.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines an adolescent as any
Yoga can be adopted to help individuals transition this phase with much
more ease.
As mentioned by Maharishi Patanjali, Ashtanga Yoga is an eightfold path
that can be adopted as a part of daily life.
person between the age group of 10- 19 years. The first 4 steps constitute the bahiranga yoga (external practices)
Practice of Yamas (Restraints) and Niyamas (Observances) provide a
Description of Adolescence: proper foundation giving guidelines for proper conduct.
Since this is a transition period, an adolescent undergoes changes at the Asanas help the body to stay fit, improve the flexibility and agility as well
following levels. as maintain a good hormonal balance.
• Physical: Involving growth spurts and the development of primary Pranayama help regulate the life force and help one deal better with
(directly involving organs of reproduction) and secondary sexual emotions.
characters (physical signs of sexual maturity not directly involving Prathyahara: Diverting the chitta (mind) from the external sense organs
reproductive organs), these changes are centered around the hormonal to the inside is an important step for these individuals who now need to
changes that take place around puberty. develop their own identities.
• Intellectual: Cognitive functions develop further, so adolescents are The next 3 steps are a part of Antaranga Yoga (internal practices) that
able to think better beyond the here and now, consider various follow one after the other spontaneously:
possibilities and can also think better about abstract ideas. Thinking Dharana: Concentration
becomes more long-term while transitioning from early to late Dhyana: Meditation
adolescence. Samadhi: a state of complete equilibrium between the individual self
• Emotional: There is a change in the way individuals perceive and the higher self.
themselves. They become more aware and understanding of their own
personalities. The most important aspect for an adolescent is
By adopting the four pillars of Ahara (diet), Vihara (recreation and
developing the identity of one’s own self and also becoming more and
relaxation), Achara (behaviour) and Vichara (thoughts), this stage can be
more independent, allowing better decision-making skills along with
very well managed and leads to a much more balanced development into
more ability to take risks.
the next stage of being a mature adult.
• Social development: The search for self-identity makes teens more
prone to influences from peers and friends. At the same time, the
identity search makes them less dependent on parents than during
childhood years. They often tend to become more assertive if their
opinions differ. As a result of all these changes, adolescents now start
interacting with the opposite sex and often engage in romantic
relationships.
As we see the transition, this could be a period marked by a lot of
conflicts during the adolescents’ strife to search for their own identities. Dr. Bhairavi Rajen Kothari
MD (Homeopathy)
This is also the time where per the traditional literature, an individual gets
ready to transition from brahmacharya (learning) to grahasth ashrama
(fulfilling worldly responsibilities).
YOGASATTVA 07
YOGA TECHNIQUE
OF THE MONTH
Shavasana
-The Corpse Posture *
‘AM AT PEACE’!
True relaxation would mean a complete resignation of the body Steps
to the laws of gravity, the mind to nature. 1. Breathe rhythmically, subtly and slowly.
Whenever physical or mental fatigue is experienced, or the mind is 2. Avoiding any movement of the body mentally relax the
agitated, the practice of Shavasana is recommended. The sixteen vital zones (Marmasthana) of the body, by paying
complete relaxation of the voluntary muscles at once transfers the attention to each part separately.
energy to the involuntary parts. This transfer of energy by 1. Toes 2. Ankles 3. Knees 4. Thighs and simultaneously the
voluntary action and involuntary reaction produces the necessary hands and arms 5. Groin area 6. Pelvis 7. Navel 8. Abdomen
equilibrium for the renewal of strength. 9. Chest 10. Neck 11.Lips 12. Tip of the nose 13. Eyes 14.
Space between the eyebrows 15. Forehead 16. Top of the
Partial Shavasana * head.
Starting Position 3. Maintain this relaxed state for about ten to fifteen minutes.
1. Lie down on your back. Extend the arms by the sides such that
they are not too far or too near the thighs. Keep the legs Posture release
comfortably apart. 1. Gently open the eyes.
2. Once in this position, close the eyes and remain motionless 2. Slowly lie on the right side for a few minutes before sitting
throughout the practice. up.
YOGASATTVA 08
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YOGASATTVA 10TRANSFORMATION
THROUGH YOGA
Self-reliance through
restorative yoga
A Case Study
M y father is a highly well-known man of repute. He is a fearless
journalist and a man of principles. He was well-known
socially and had good relations with political figures and
bureaucrats. I grew up in an environment Power, respect, status, etc. the
centre focus. I was encouraged to undertake UPSC (Union Public Service
As I started to speak out that I don’t want to become government official
anymore, I received response such as “you are just running away from hard
work and failure“, “this is the only thing that is worthy of doing”, “nobody
will respect you if you do anything except this”.
Commission) studies for as long as I can remember. Since 9th grade, I What they saw was “what would look good on me”, failing to even ask if I
thought my sole purpose of life was to become an IAS officer. I saw the still wanted to “wear the clothes” I chose in 9th Grade.
glamour, the security, and the perks that came with that position. As they say, the night is darkest just before the dawn. And one day I
From all the conditioning that was happening with me, I grew up suddenly decided, I want to do yoga.
believing that, THAT is the only thing worthy of respect. THAT is the
ONLY work I should do. THAT is the only accomplishment that is going The moment I stepped into the Institute, I somehow knew I found my
to bring me validation from “society”. refuge, my home, my rehabilitation centre.
And my journey towards self-healing, after Swadhaya and coming face to
Political Science, Social Studies and subjects like these always fascinated face with my fears, with my 3 Months Advanced Teacher’s Training Course
me and hence I wanted to take Humanities after 10th. But everyone transformed me and my thinking completely.
around me convinced me that if you want to do UPSC, go for Science
stream. And I ended up doing my 11th and 12th grade from Science.
Three months. Nine hundred hours changed me. I cannot even count how
Everyone around me except my father tried to persuade me to do many times I cried like a baby during the whole course. Sometimes, in a
engineering. But he supported my decision of going to Delhi University theory class, our teachers would teach things that would fit right into the
and doing bachelors in Political Science Honors. place which I had kept locked for so long. I would suddenly come in front
of my fears, insecurities, and emotions. But I learnt to tackle them through
Three years in Delhi University, I fell head-over-heels in love with yoga, asanas, philosophy and practical tips that can be used in daily life.
Political Science. All I did for those three years was study religiously.
Although I got admission at an excellent college for the Masters As time went by, I realised, it was a part of my healing. I was no longer angry
programme, I decided to withdraw and join the best coaching centre for at my mother for leaving us. I understood that power, money and authority
UPSC preparation after returning home. don’t make a man. They only reveal him. I realized that not everyone has
the same life goals and it’s perfectly okay.
During this period my mother and family went through immense
emotional turmoil as my mother was diagnosed with Blood Cancer. I I realised that people carry their own stories and each person is hurting in
cannot thank my father enough for never letting even a single sigh out their own way. The key is to actually follow Maitri, Karuna, Mudit and
and providing us everything without even asking. Be it my coaching fees, Upeksha. Yoga Sutras taught transformed the way I thought.
expenses to live in Delhi, everything.
I am still learning and growing. Trying to imbibe all that I learnt in the
My mother’s disease and her demise turned our lives upside down. After Institute. I am grateful to the Institute teachers and Hansaji who accepted
my mother passed away, all of us, trying to cope up with the loss and me and transformed my life forever.
learning to move ahead in our lives, changed in ways we couldn’t explain.
Even after studying whole-heartedly, every time I failed by a whisker,
My motive of sharing my story was to encourage everyone to take up your
growing more miserable each day. Suppressing all the grief and emotions
challenges in life and learn from them. Failure is not fatal and nor is it final.
along with the frustration of failure, I slowly changed into a person I
Learn and grow with yoga.
couldn’t recognise myself. Full of anger, negativity, frustration, I kept on
ignoring that feeble voice inside me telling me to find something that
made ME happy and not that would make others happy to look at.
And that’s when began the most challenging journey of my life - finding
myself!
YOGASATTVA 11TYI NEWS
HEADLINES
In the loving memory of our beloved guru, Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra, we celebrated his birth anniversary with
prayers, respect and gratitude. Smt. Hansaji along with the chief guest Padma Vibhushan Pt. Shivkumar Sharma
and the whole family of The Yoga Institute
Sadhakas from all across the
globe be a part of
Dr. Jayadeva birth anniversary.
YOGASATTVA 12TYI NEWS
HEADLINES
Smt. Hansaji being felicitated for her dedication in the field of Yoga.
“The new way to find your way is via Yoga” says the 806th batch of 7 Days Health Camp.
YOGASATTVA 13TYI NEWS HEADLINES 3 Months TTC students shining bright under the guidance of Maa Hansaji on their graduation day 3 Months TTC students experience a beautiful sunrise meditation session. YOGASATTVA 14
TYI NEWS
HEADLINES
Once students, now certified Yoga teachers from 1 Month TTC batch.
Maa Hansaji sharing a light moment with students from Terence Lewis Dance Academy.
YOGASATTVA 15TYI NEWS HEADLINES Students from Lilavatibai Podar High School learn the basics of Yoga. Session by TYI Sadhaka Shri Abhay Jain on 1st April. AVM school students swaying to happiness. A session conducted by Smt. Pooja Heliwal on 9th April 2019. YOGASATTVA 16
TYI NEWS
HEADLINES
Finding happiness in small things at the Happiness Workshop conducted by Shri Ajay Kalra on 21st April 2019.
Little yoga ninjas at The Yoga Institute during Children’s Summer Camp.
YOGASATTVA 17TYI NEWS HEADLINES Social Service Initiatives Doctors-to-be from Nair Hospital learn different Yoga techniques from TYI sadhaka Smt. Shashi Sarda on 5th April 2019. TruckAasana has travelled for more than 5000 km ! Since last 2 months covering Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Indore, Jamshedpur, Kolkata, Kanpur, Jaipur and Chandigarh… covering more than 5000 truckdrivers in live TruckAasana YOGASATTVA 18
TYI NEWS
HEADLINES
Police officers salute the spirit of Yoga and march their way into good health all day!
A happy picture of BMC School students practicing Yoga.
YOGASATTVA 19TYI NEWS HEADLINES Annam Brahma is the daily food distribution service initiated by the institute which is designed to be for smooth and efficient delivery throughout all 365 days a year. The Institute serves a the healthy breakfast to over 700 people daily. TYI students experience perfect outdoor Yoga session during “Yoga by the Bay” YOGASATTVA 20
TYI NEWS
HEADLINES
The Yoga Institute spreading waves of joy to special children from Reach.
Little butterflies at The Yoga Institute from Rangoonwala Foundation, NGO.
YOGASATTVA 21YOGIC INSIGHTS YOGASATTVA 22
YOGIC
INSIGHTS
EVERY SITUATION
IS EDUCATIVE
T here is a story of a young boy who went to a teacher to learn
about spirituality. He is asked to fast for a day and then come
back. Then he is asked to fast for two days and so on until finally,
the boy does not come anymore. The teacher inquires and is told that the
boy has grown too weak to walk. So the teacher goes to his home, sees
carry on our work correctly, then the rain also continues, and the whole
cycle gets completed. No sooner that this cycle gets broken through
selfishness, the entire world is a different place. There is a lot of
unhappiness; things are not going on according to the laws. The Gita tells
us that we are in a sense the creators of our own destiny. We are all either
him lying in the bed very weak and asks him: “What is spirituality?” The swimming together or sinking together. So we have to support each
boy confesses: “Sir, I cannot think about anything but food.” And the other. And this is expressed through the symbolic idea of Yagña or
teacher says: “Well, food also is spirituality. Don’t divorce these things sacrifice. In ancient India, each one was required to carry on a little
from life.” This story shows us that everything is important. Reading and sacrificial session. He lighted a fire and offered a few things into the fire,
thinking as well as physical things, such as food or physical work. One like grains. Then he chanted a few words and this was his prayer. This
cannot divorce spirituality from reality. The two go together. We should little act was suggesting something bigger.
not run away from life but face it.
The individual tried to create the feeling that there was a reality that was
Once an American student went to a great Indian mystic and stood there larger than himself. He reminded himself continuously that he was not
while the mystic was busy doing some work. The student said: “Sir, I want the end, that there was something beyond himself and that he should
to learn about Indian spirituality.” The mystic just nodded his head and learn to submit to this larger process. He should not hold back, he should
said yes. The student insisted: “What is Indian spirituality?” The mystic not be selfish, he should learn to give. And in this act of giving, he should
was very busy chopping wood. He got angry. In fact, he got so angry that not expect any immediate results, he should rather believe that this very
he wanted to use the axe in his hand on the head of the student. “This is act of giving supports the cycle of that larger process.
spirituality. I am chopping wood. You should It is like a big machine, where every little part carries on its own little job.
do the same thing. Then you would learn something.” Meaning in Life Yet it is no any one single little part that is the cause of the result. The
Every process of life, all the things that occur in this world, can be seen as result is seen at the end somewhere. But each part has its role. This idea of
a large process, a large design into which all of us fit. Things are not sacrifice was that we carry on our work of making offerings, and as a
meaningless. There is a reason, a purpose, an objective in every little result of these offerings, the ecological process is going on. A very nice
activity that goes on around us. Yoga does not believe that the world or verse in the Gita tells us that this whole world is like a sacrificial session,
the universe is without purpose or meaning. Modern physics today has with each one of us making an offering. But in reality it is not we who are
created a thinking that there is an element of uncertainty in everything making the offering, it is the larger process itself that is working through
that is going on, called indeterminism. This is contrary to the Indian view, us. So in a way the one who is offering that what is offered and that to
which sees a lot of meaning in every little occurrence; It says that all of us whom the offering is made, all this is the same one reality.
are related to each other in a larger design, a larger pattern.
The Gita tells us that we are in a sense the creature of our own destiny. We
are all either swimming together or sinking together. So we have to
support each other. So the situations that are occurring around us are all
in a way helping us in our own evolution. We are related to each and every
one, so the Indian thinking takes a very unified view of life. It takes the
stand that there is a benevolent reality, a larger process that help us in our
growth. It does not see meaninglessness in our existence, something that
is very frustrating to us all. When we see things going on around us that
are not at all right, we ask ourselves ‘why is this world as it is? Why is it so
wicked, why so imperfect? According to Yogic thinking, there is a reason
why it is so. And the reason is that we should get a little disillusioned Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra,
about the world. If it was just a sugar-coated pill all the way, it is likely that Former President,
we would never learn. It is the bitterness, the hardship, the pain that teach The Yoga Institute.
us a lot. Ecology In the Gita, the idea is expressed that there is an
ecological process going on. Everything is related. There is rain; the rain
in turn causes food to grow, and if we as individuals who eat the food
YOGASATTVA 23YOGA
UNDISTORTED
by
SHRI YOGENDRA
I t is rightfully anticipated that knowledge of whatsoever nature
should increase with time and experience. This has proved true
with regard to material progress where science and technology are
riding the crest. It is however ironic that this has not been so in the case
of non-material aspects which instead seem to be slowly sinking to their
India Board of Yoga, conceived by the Institute for 36 years ago has
come into being, although belatedly, and is functioning. It however faces
tremendous odds against self-styled yogis financed by the rich or
propped up by the powers-that-be.
depth. How should we explain these phenomena? The basic fact is that Despite inadequate funds, the All India Board of Yoga has however ,
while the former is aggressive, the latter is passive. The more aggressive seriously undertaken to tackle the present problem of delusive yoga by
of the two- science and technology –with unlimited potential for good unanimously trying to project the classic yoga undistorted. This is an
and bad thus has an edge in shuffling forward with no qualms, while the activity worthy of their attention and united action. The institute on its
other is inhibited with so many conscientious considerations. part it has offered its whole hearted support on the conditions that it
avoids groupings, vested interest and politicking. Only free from such
The principle of least resistance therefore acts as catalysis at the stage of inhibiting factors can the Board of Yoga think in terms of yoga as yoga.
application. This impassivity acts also as a gravity where higher efforts Yoga should remain the same ancient of modern, so far as its
are involved and the modern man succumbs to the line of least fundamentals are concerned.
resistance. What he sacrifices in doing so is of less concern to him so
long as he passes his day as he wants it. Sorokin has statistically shown The board is also responsible for laying down guidelines for all yoga
how progressively decade after decade the two opposing trends are practitioners in India and abroad. In this sense, the members of the
neutralizing each other. The worst scapegoat is the non-material Board of Yoga hear the heavy responsibility of keeping yoga pure. It is
progress-the field of ethics and spirituality where the modern man earnestly hoped that the Board shall make itself felt, through its activities,
suffers most from frustration and inadequacy. in the pattern of Yoga that is emerging at public, private and
governmental levels. In modest beginning in recommending an
Since yoga proposes to deal vitally with the extramundane progress of approved syllabus of Yoga education is a first promising step for
man, it happens to come direct confrontation with its grossly guidance of all primary, secondary and higher educational institution not
materialistic objectives. Many have therefore tried to distort yoga to suit only in India but throughout the world for the introductions of Yoga
modern thinking and needs with the result that yoga is passing through education.
such metamorphosis as to make it difficult for the average man to
discriminate between true and false yoga. If allowed to continue, this
process is sure to lead to catastrophic end which will impair not only the
progress but even the spirit and future of Yoga.
How to save this situation has been of necessity the problem before the
Yoga Institute for the past many decades. Individually what was
possible has been achieved by the Institute through its multifarious
activities, but to handle such a vast problem on all fronts and on all-India
basis-not to speak of worldwide basis-has made it imperative for us to
join hands with likeminded yoga practitioners. As a first step, The All
YOGASATTVA 24GREEN
YOGASPHERE
RAJAPURI MANGOES
Mangifera Indica, Rajapuri Aam
One of the oldest trees at The Yoga Institute is also the
largest of the Indian mango varieties with a fruit size
ranging from 500g to 1kg. It has smooth and tender flesh
without fibre. The king of fruits, the mango, is also the
national fruit of India and Pakistan.
Mythological significance:
Mentioned in the Ramayana, Mahabharata and the
Puranas, the mango is a symbol of love and fertility.
Mango leaves are used to decorate archways during
weddings and celebrations. Telugu/Kannada New
Year's Ugadi is celebrated by eating mango pachadi
(chutney).
Benefits*:
Mangoes taste fantastic and they are healthy too!
1. High levels of fibre, pectin and vitamin C help to lower serum cholesterol levels, specifically low-
density lipoprotein.
2. Vitamin A and beta-carotene in mango can boost your eye health.
3. Mangoes contain enzymes for better metabolism as well as plenty of fibre that helps digestion and elimination.
4. Fresh mangoes offer some protection against several types of cancer as they contain phenolic and carotenoid compounds.
A simple Do it Yourself
Do your bit for the environment! Save mango seeds and bury them around your building compound in sunny spots or along
highway roads while travelling. Mango trees grow readily from seeds, with germination success highest when seeds are
obtained from mature fruits
How to grow: Mango trees are long-lived; some species fruit even after 300 years. The leaves are evergreen.
1. It is a tropical fruit and needs a lot of sun to grow and bear fruit.
2. It requires a well-drained, aerated and deep soil rich in organic matter
3. Keep the weed in control to get good mature and healthy growth.
Mango season is on! Enjoy the king of fruits in various formats like mango juice, shakes, in pickles, chutneys or royally the
fruit itself!
YOGASATTVA 25TESTIMONIALS
ANURADHA PATPATIA, Reach is a centre for students with learning problems. We’ve always believed in holistic
FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR development that’s why we’ve gone for Yoga. Yoga has a very significant part of our growth at
Reach. We’ve been very fortunate to associate with The Yoga Institute. The children enjoy
OF REACH Yoga class and look forward for Yoga class. They can now sit/ stand in meditative posture for
a longer time now. They have also improved their concentration, their posture has come
better i.e. they are no more sloopy. It has benefited us immensely.
MARIANA VILELA I am very thankful to The Yoga Institute
FALASCHI, for the three months I spent here. It was
t h r e e m o n t h s o f l e a r n i n g yo g a
MODEL philosophy and how to apply it in
everyday life. It was three months of
intense hard work on a physical, mental
and emotional level. What I learnt here
will be with me forever. I am very
thankful to everyone who made my life
easier during this time. From our
teachers to all employees, coordinators,
volunteers and Hansaji, everyone
nourished us with so much love and
“
dedication. The Yoga Institute is a place
of love, compassion and self
improvement.
Gratitude
ANJALI SHETE (SAVUR),
TEACHER AT THE YOGA
INSTITUTE
Like most people, I came to The Yoga Institute in 1984 with the misconception that Yoga is
asanas. I did not want to join. But seeing my severe asthma and skin problems, a colleague
literally dragged me. After meeting Hansaji and Dr. Jayadevji, I joined the special class and later
decided to join 7 days Health Camp and 7 months TTC as I was also going through emotional
issues, had very low self-esteem and had become an agnostic, severe sciatica pain and skin
problem leading to osteoporosis .
Dr Sahab then told me to do only asanas and pranayama and to develop faith. I took the
decision that if I can’t do techniques, I’ll start practising the philosophy. Being actively involved
at TYI I also kept me in constant touch with Yogendra family who constantly encouraged me.
Today I am much calmer, positive, less angry and full of courage and confident. Working as
coordinator and teacher with 1MTTC has only enhanced these qualities. My life has changed
and I continue to walk on this path.
YOGASATTVA 26TESTIMONIALS
For perfect Yoga school my attention came to The Yoga Institute because this school was PASCAL BAERTEN,
exceeding every of my criteria like recognised globally, perfect environment for spiritual STUDENT FROM
growth, philosophy rooted to tradition. Having a look at the books published by the institute
BELGIUM
and seeing that the 100-year-old school is certified by the Quality Council of India managed
to convince me to trust the institute.
So, I joined the 3 Months Advanced TTC at The Yoga Institute.
Of course, I learned at the Institute a lot about Yoga (both practical and theoretical) but the
more important is that this was done in an immersive yogic atmosphere that gradually
brought my mind to a state of tranquillity.
The knowledge of the teachers is impressive and their sincerity. It changed my perspective
towards way of life .
I also saw a comparable change in every of my classmates.
Taking a three months break in a professional life is not so easy and can be challenging; the
sustained effort during the three months classes is also significative, but from my experience,
it was worth the sacrifice.
NILESH T GHANEKAR, Yoga is melody of the mind and harmony
“
SADHAKA of the soul that creates the symphony of
life. I am so lucky, because I got an
opportunity to work in a 100-year-old Yoga
institute. I have been working at the
Institute for the last 12 years.
Here, staff, colleagues and teachers are very
supportive. Smt. Hansaji is the director of
the Institute and she always encourages us
to participate in Yoga activities.
BIJAL GOSARIA,
STUDENT FROM JUHU
In today’s polluted life, our Institute is the
best place of greenery and peace. CENTRE
I love my Yoga Institute.
It's a must for today's lifestyle of any and every generation to do Yoga. I wish The Yoga
Institute Juhu would have opened up way earlier! It teaches Yoga as not just asanas and
pranayama but life as one whole totality. I also learned that Yoga is not only about asanas but
its a much deeper subject. I feel so refreshed post class. I really thank the whole The Yoga
Institute team for being such a big help!
YOGASATTVA 27TYI MONTHLY PLANNER
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Sr. No. Camp Date Time Description
1 1 Month TTC (Instructor’s Starting on Monday to Saturday- Offered in English, this course is best
Course - AYUSH- LEVEL 01/05/2019 10:00 am - 6:00 pm suited for individuals who wish to teach
I) (English) and Yoga to school students and young adults
Sunday- who have no health problems. An intensive
9:00 am -11:30 am Yoga teachers training that introduces
both, the theoretical and the practical
aspects of Yoga.
2 7 Months TTC Starting on Monday to Saturday - Offered in English, this course covers
(Advanced Teachers 01/05/2019 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Asanas, Pranayama, Kriyas, Bhavas, attitude
Training Course - AYUSH and training, counseling, public speaking,
- LEVEL II) Sunday- methodolog y of teaching, practice
(English) 9:30 am -10:30 am teaching, essentials of anatomy &
physiology, Yoga Sutra and Samkhya
Philosophy.
3 1 Year TTC (Advanced Starting on Monday to Friday Offered in Hindi, this course covers Asanas,
Teachers Training Course - 01/05/2019 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Pranayama, Kriyas, Bhavas, attitude training,
AYUSH - LEVEL II) counseling, public speaking, methodology
(Hindi) of teaching, practice teaching, essentials of
anatomy & physiology, Yoga Sutra and
Samkhya Philosophy.
4 1 Month TTC 01/05/2019 - Monday to Saturday Offered in English, this course is best
(Instructor’s Course - 27/05/2019 06:30 a.m. to 07:00 p.m. suited for individuals who wish to teach
AYUSH- LEVEL I) Yoga to school students and young adults
GOA who have no health problems. An intensive
Yoga teachers training that introduces
both, the theoretical and the practical
aspects of Yoga.
5 Weight Management 05/05/2019 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Learn how to manage weight permanently
Camp through a holistic approach.
6 Cardiac & Hypertension 05/05/2019 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Experience the unique method of
Camp preventing and treating heart-related
ailments.
7 21 Days Better Living 05/05/2019 – Morning batch (English): Ideal for individuals who have no major
Course 25/05/2019 Monday to Friday: health problems and who wish to
7:30 am to 8:45 am experience the yogic lifestyle to feel
Evening batch (Hindi): rejuvenated and fresh.
Monday to Friday:
6:30 pm to 7:45 pm
Saturdays (Common):
7:20 am to 8:35 am
Sundays (Common):
9:30 am to 11.30 am
8 7 Days Health Camp 11/05/2019 – 7:00 am - 7:30 pm Offered in Hindi, it is an experiential
(Hindi) 17/05/2019 introductory course to Yoga theory and
practice where one can experience a yogic
way of life. This camp will help the campers
to incorporate yogic ideals in daily life.
9 Women’s Camp 11/05/2019 9:30 am - 5:30 pm A woman’s capability to handle stress,
whether emotional or physical, highly
depends on her health. Yoga can help
women cope with health issues and help
them develop the state of their body and
mind.
YOGASATTVA 28TYI MONTHLY PLANNER
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Sr. No. Camp Date Time Description
10 Stress Management Camp 12/05/2019 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Learn how to not let stress negatively
impact work and health.
11 Meditation Camp 18/05/2019 9:30 am - 5:30 pm All the techniques of classical Yoga of
Patanjali aim to create more awareness in an
individual which helps him to discover the
self-shining forth in one's own true nature.
Recent research has proven that meditating
regularly changes the brainwaves for the
better.
12 Emo – Energy 19/05/2019 9:30 am - 5:00 pm This workshop helps one to understand the
Balancing relation of emotions and energy levels
through simple games and other fun filled
activities. This further helps simplify the
process of stress management.
13 Pregnancy Camp for Ante 20/05/2019 - 9:30 am - 5:30 pm This 2-days camp enables the would-be-
& Post Natal 21/05/2019 mother to accept the coming event of
motherhood cheerfully and prepares her
without fear or misgivings.
14 Children’s camp 20/05/2019 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm The camp focuses on teaching children
(9-12 years) 22/05/2019 asana and Yoga techniques that will help
them channelise their energy & focus on
their studies.
15 Children’s camp 23/05/2019 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm The camp focuses on teaching children
(5-8 years) 24/05/2019 asana and Yoga techniques that will help
them channelise their energy & focus on
their studies.
16 7 Days Health Camp 25/05/2019 - 7:00 am - 7:30 pm Offered in English, it is an experiential
(English) 31/05/2019 introductory course to Yoga theory and
practice where one can experience a yogic
way of life. This camp will help the campers
to incorporate yogic ideals in daily life.
17 Back and Joint Camp 26/05/2019 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Manage back, joint disorders like cervical
spondylitis, low back pain, slipped disc,
frozen shoulder, knee conditions, arthritis
and such other problems through simple
and effective yogic techniques.
18 Regular Classes at Lilavati Monday, 6:30 am, 7:30 am The hourly classes are scheduled for men
Hospital Wednesday, and who wish to incorporate Yoga as a part of
Friday their daily routine. They consist of Asanas,
Pranayamas, Kriyas and guidelines on yogic
lifestyle. Students can enroll on any day of
the month.
19 Regular Classes for Men Monday, 6:30 am, 7:30 am, The hourly classes are scheduled for men
Tuesday, 1:00 pm, 5:30 pm, who wish to incorporate Yoga as a part of
Thursday and 6:25 pm their daily routine. They consist of Asanas,
Friday Pranayamas, Kriyas and guidelines on yogic
lifestyle. Students can enroll on any day of
the month.
Regular Classes for Women Monday, 6:30 am, 7:30 am, 8:30 am, 9:30 am, The hourly classes are scheduled for
Tuesday, 10:30 am, women who wish to incorporate Yoga as a
Thursday and 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, part of their daily routine. They consist of
Friday 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, Asanas, Pranayamas, Kriyas and guidelines on
6:00 pm, 7:00 pm yogic lifestyle. Students can enroll on any
day of the month.
YOGASATTVA 29TYI MONTHLY PLANNER
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Sr. No. Camp Date Time Description
20 Weekend Classes Saturday and Saturday - The duration of the class is one and half
Sunday 8:00 am - 9:30 am and hour. Each class is planned for those who
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm wish to practice Yoga but can't spare time
on weekdays due to their busy schedule.
Sunday -
8:00 am - 9:30 am and
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
21 Children's Classes Monday, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Yoga is for everybody - even children. The
Tuesday, one hour class focuses on teaching children
Thursday and asanas and yogic techniques that will help
Friday them channelize their energy and focus on
their studies better.
Children’s Saturday and 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Weekend Sunday
Classes
22 Satsang Every Sunday 9:30 am - 10:30 am In Sanskrit 'Sat' means 'truth' and 'sang'
(Free- open to all) together. In this interactive one hour
session, conducted by Dr. Hansaji, we try to
understand the meaning and reality of life
based on various topics related to Yoga and
wellbeing. Topics for the month of May are
as follows:
5th May - 4 Purusharthas (English)
12th May - Kriya Yog (Hindi)
19th May - Idea of Duty (English)
26th May - Parikarmas (English)
23 Parisamvada Monday, 6: 25 pm A 30-minute Question & Answer session
(Free- open to all) Tuesday, with Dr. Hansaji on Yoga philosophy,
Thursday and lifestyle management, psychology and
Friday various psychosomatic problems.
A prerequisite for some of the courses, this
session is like an induction into the Yoga
way of life. These are personal counselling
sessions with relevant medical experts on
specific health problems of the individual.
24 Samatvam Every Saturday 1:30 pm-5:00 pm The 3-hour program focuses on individual
guidance for Life Management and is
recommended for all individuals wishing to
learn Yoga for relief from health ailments,
for a stress-free life and for general fitness.
The session consists of a lecture by Dr.
Hansaji Jayadeva Yog endra, about
implementing Yoga in daily life. Besides
individual interaction, the session includes
consultation with a panel of medical
practitioners and experienced Yoga
counsellors. Certain yogic techniques are
also taught to those who are unable to
attend classes.
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Now, why is this so that even the light of truth is not able to
bring about changes in rigid persons’ opinions? The reason is
this: A person who is in a dark room cannot see anything. That
is natural. Only if light is brought, can he see. But we must
remember: If a room is extremely dark and all of a sudden a
very bright light is brought, then one cannot see anything either
because one is dazzled.
So it is the same with too much truth that comes too suddenly.
Its glare is too much, and instead of making the poor person in
the dark see, it will only hurt his eyes. So naturally, he will
quickly close his eyes and be unwilling to open them again
before the glaring light is removed. And so- in spite of all the
light – he remains in the dark.
“The birth of the first child carried
humanity with it.”
FOUNDER, SHRI YOGENDRAJI
YOGASATTVA MAY 2019 ISSUE
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