The great Sages have passed the teachings and knowledge of the tradition on to disciples who in their turn became masters in an unbroken lineage since the Vedic period. The …
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Love is lifeThe most ancient traveler in this universe is neither man nor woman, but a mystery without which our existence would become in vain. That mystery is the very …
Yoga is an integrated mind–body practice, originating about 5000 years BC in ancient India. Since then, it has been employed to promote health and well-being across various conditions. The word …
Sai Baba of Shirdi holds a unique place in the rich tradition of saints in India. Much is unknown about his origins and life, but he is revered by both …
The saint-poet Kabir is one of the most interesting personalities in the history of Indian mysticism. Born near Benaras, or Varanasi, of Muslim parents in 15th century, he became in …
Pranayama is Sanskrit प्राणायाम (prāṇāyāma) and means ‘control of energy’ or ‘expansion of energy’. Pranayama is one of the eight limbs of yoga which were systemically compiled by Patanjali (circa …
In the past two decades, mind–body interventions (MBIs) have been gaining empirical support and recognition by mental health professionals. Some MBIs, such as Tai Chi, and Qigong, have a strong …
Kundalini is derived from Kunda which means ‘coiled’. In the kunda the primal fire called kundalini resides. The image of a serpent-like fire resting at the root of the spinal …
The effects of stress on the immune responses result in alterations in the number of immune cells and cytokine dysregulation. Various stress management strategies such as meditation, yoga, hypnosis, and …
The word meditation is used in many ways. Some people mistakenly use the word meditate for thinking or contemplating, or use it for daydreaming or fantasizing. However, meditation is none …
Yoga itself is not a religion. Most religions teach what to do, but yoga teaches how to be. The main teaching of yoga is that man’s innermost nature is divine …
There are four paths of yoga to achieve self-realisation. Detachment is key in all four paths of yoga. Karma Yoga Karma Yoga is the path of actions/deeds. Karma is derived …
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