Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's presentation on relaxation that was awarded BEST PAPER AWARD in the theme "Experiential Paradigm of Yoga in Education" in the 8th International Conference on Yoga & Education at Kaivalydhama, Lonavla, India from 27th - 30th December 2015. He received the award from the hands of Swami Maheshanandaji (Chairman Kaivalydhama) in the august presence of Dr BM Hegde and Sri DR Karthikeyan.
Concept of Prāṇa and Prāṇāyāma in Tri-Shiki-Brahmana Upanishad saibabachitikila2
The Tri-Shiki-Brahmana Comprehensively describes the evolution, position, functioning, and course of Prana and the rules, procedure, outcomes, and destruction of diseases through Pranayama were explained as the fourth step of Astanga Yoga.
Revised-2021
Dr.Medicherla Shyam Sunder Kumar.
samc108@gmail.com
• Chapter 16: Daivasura-Sampad-Vibhaga Yoga (The yoga of discrimination between the divine and the demonical properties) - 24 verses.
Krishna indicates the divine and the demonic traits present in human nature. After mentioning twenty-six godly qualities, Krishna explains the demoniac nature which degrades the soul through arrogant, ignorant, and conceited pursuits of sense gratification and power (16:1-18).
He counsels that, in order to attain the supreme destination, one must give up lust, anger and greed (16:21-22).
Assisted by buddhi (intellect) and supported by scriptural confirmation, one should discern right and wrong and act appropriately (16:24).
Concept of Prāṇa and Prāṇāyāma in Tri-Shiki-Brahmana Upanishad saibabachitikila2
The Tri-Shiki-Brahmana Comprehensively describes the evolution, position, functioning, and course of Prana and the rules, procedure, outcomes, and destruction of diseases through Pranayama were explained as the fourth step of Astanga Yoga.
Revised-2021
Dr.Medicherla Shyam Sunder Kumar.
samc108@gmail.com
• Chapter 16: Daivasura-Sampad-Vibhaga Yoga (The yoga of discrimination between the divine and the demonical properties) - 24 verses.
Krishna indicates the divine and the demonic traits present in human nature. After mentioning twenty-six godly qualities, Krishna explains the demoniac nature which degrades the soul through arrogant, ignorant, and conceited pursuits of sense gratification and power (16:1-18).
He counsels that, in order to attain the supreme destination, one must give up lust, anger and greed (16:21-22).
Assisted by buddhi (intellect) and supported by scriptural confirmation, one should discern right and wrong and act appropriately (16:24).
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Managing and suppressing the manifest symptoms with Yoga techniques is just as good or bad as modern allopathic medicine that focuses primarily on symptomatic management without ever getting close to the real cause of most disorders. In this talk, Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani will explore the need to address the primary cause of the problem followed by symptomatic management without which it could merely be Yogopathy.
About the Presenter
Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani is Director of the Centre for Yoga Therapy Education and Research (CYTER), and Professor of Yoga therapy at the Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University, Pondicherry (www.sbvu.ac.in).
He is also Chairman of the International Centre for Yoga Education and Research at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India (www.icyer.com) and Yoganjali Natyalayam, the premier institute of Yoga and Carnatic Music and Bharatanatyam in Pondicherry (www.rishiculture.in). He is son and successor of the internationally acclaimed Yoga team of Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and Yogacharini Kalaimamani Ammaji, Smt Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani.
He is a Gold Medallist in Medical Studies (MBBS) with postgraduate diplomas in both Family Health (PGDFH) as well as Yoga (PGDY) and the Advanced Diploma in Yoga under his illustrious parents in 1991-93. A Fellow of the Indian Academy of Yoga, he has authored 19 DVDs and 23 books on Yoga as well as published more than two hundred papers, compilations and abstracts on Yoga and Yoga research in National and International Journals. His literary works have more than 1450 Citations, with an h–Index of 19 and an i10-Index of 33. In addition, he is a Classical Indian Vocalist, Percussionist, Music Composer and Choreographer of Indian Classical Dance.
He is an Honorary International Advisor to the International Association of Yoga Therapists (www.iayt.org), the Australasian Association of Yoga Therapists (www.yogatherapy.org.au), the World Yoga Foundation (www.worldyogafoundation.in) and Gitananda Yoga Associations worldwide (www.rishiculture.in).
Basics of Asana & Pranayama - Beginner's GuideGulshan Kumar
It contains very basic and simple information on asana and pranayama. It is basic information guide for Yoga Beginners. You can ask me questions at https://www.askyogaexpert.org
The Indo-French Workshop on “Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda” was conducted on 22nd October, 2019 at Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad Hall, Bapuji Library, SBV campus. This was Organized by the Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education and Research (CYTER) of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV), and International Centre for Yoga Education and Research (ICYER) at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry and supported by Gujarat Ayurved University, Centre for Yogic Sciences of AVMC and Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram.
More than 100 delegates from various countries like France, Columbia, UK and Holland and from various parts of India like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Mumbai, Chennai, Gujarat, Delhi, Pune and Bangalore participated in the workshop. All the sessions were translated into French for the convenience of the French delegates.
Post lunch session was taken by Dr.Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Director, CYTER, SBV on “Understanding Yoga Therapy (Part I): Principles, Philosophy, Assessment and Tools”. He explained the focus of SBV is Salutogenesis as opposed to pathogenesis while giving Yoga therapy. He also briefed about the twelve point assessment given by Swami Gitanand Giri as a Yogic diagnostic tool which is being applied in CYTER.
Meditation for Holistic Health - Cyclic meditation Sky is the Limit....Expans...Vishwas Tengse
Cyclic Meditation, A Very Powerful tool for Holistic health and expansion of awareness to Infinite Sky towards the greater self and well defined and well engineered technique by SVYASA under guidance of Dr. Nagendra.
Concepts of Yoga explained in easy terms with reference to their relation ton the numbers. Especially useful for those wanting to learn Yoga theory in an enjoyable manner and a great gift for children. It also contains an excellent introduction to the concepts of Yantra.
To order this book and others from ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India please visit www.icyer.in
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Managing and suppressing the manifest symptoms with Yoga techniques is just as good or bad as modern allopathic medicine that focuses primarily on symptomatic management without ever getting close to the real cause of most disorders. In this talk, Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani will explore the need to address the primary cause of the problem followed by symptomatic management without which it could merely be Yogopathy.
About the Presenter
Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani is Director of the Centre for Yoga Therapy Education and Research (CYTER), and Professor of Yoga therapy at the Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University, Pondicherry (www.sbvu.ac.in).
He is also Chairman of the International Centre for Yoga Education and Research at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India (www.icyer.com) and Yoganjali Natyalayam, the premier institute of Yoga and Carnatic Music and Bharatanatyam in Pondicherry (www.rishiculture.in). He is son and successor of the internationally acclaimed Yoga team of Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and Yogacharini Kalaimamani Ammaji, Smt Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani.
He is a Gold Medallist in Medical Studies (MBBS) with postgraduate diplomas in both Family Health (PGDFH) as well as Yoga (PGDY) and the Advanced Diploma in Yoga under his illustrious parents in 1991-93. A Fellow of the Indian Academy of Yoga, he has authored 19 DVDs and 23 books on Yoga as well as published more than two hundred papers, compilations and abstracts on Yoga and Yoga research in National and International Journals. His literary works have more than 1450 Citations, with an h–Index of 19 and an i10-Index of 33. In addition, he is a Classical Indian Vocalist, Percussionist, Music Composer and Choreographer of Indian Classical Dance.
He is an Honorary International Advisor to the International Association of Yoga Therapists (www.iayt.org), the Australasian Association of Yoga Therapists (www.yogatherapy.org.au), the World Yoga Foundation (www.worldyogafoundation.in) and Gitananda Yoga Associations worldwide (www.rishiculture.in).
Basics of Asana & Pranayama - Beginner's GuideGulshan Kumar
It contains very basic and simple information on asana and pranayama. It is basic information guide for Yoga Beginners. You can ask me questions at https://www.askyogaexpert.org
The Indo-French Workshop on “Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda” was conducted on 22nd October, 2019 at Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad Hall, Bapuji Library, SBV campus. This was Organized by the Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education and Research (CYTER) of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV), and International Centre for Yoga Education and Research (ICYER) at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry and supported by Gujarat Ayurved University, Centre for Yogic Sciences of AVMC and Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram.
More than 100 delegates from various countries like France, Columbia, UK and Holland and from various parts of India like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Mumbai, Chennai, Gujarat, Delhi, Pune and Bangalore participated in the workshop. All the sessions were translated into French for the convenience of the French delegates.
Post lunch session was taken by Dr.Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Director, CYTER, SBV on “Understanding Yoga Therapy (Part I): Principles, Philosophy, Assessment and Tools”. He explained the focus of SBV is Salutogenesis as opposed to pathogenesis while giving Yoga therapy. He also briefed about the twelve point assessment given by Swami Gitanand Giri as a Yogic diagnostic tool which is being applied in CYTER.
Meditation for Holistic Health - Cyclic meditation Sky is the Limit....Expans...Vishwas Tengse
Cyclic Meditation, A Very Powerful tool for Holistic health and expansion of awareness to Infinite Sky towards the greater self and well defined and well engineered technique by SVYASA under guidance of Dr. Nagendra.
Concepts of Yoga explained in easy terms with reference to their relation ton the numbers. Especially useful for those wanting to learn Yoga theory in an enjoyable manner and a great gift for children. It also contains an excellent introduction to the concepts of Yantra.
To order this book and others from ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India please visit www.icyer.in
This practice is a one pointed concentration on the form and Nada or sound of the sacred Pranava AUM, known as the Mantra of all Mantras. This can be done from any of the sitting postures but make sure that your back is erect. It is best to do this after performing a few rounds of conscious deep breathing so that the mind is in a calm state.
Pranava Dhyana harmonizes the body, emotions and mind. It is an important part of the Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga tradition as taught by Yogamaharishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri. In this practice emphasis is first placed on making the sounds AAA, UUU and MMM separately and then in combination. This is followed by the performance of the practice mentally without the audible sound.
Sit in Vajrasana and place the Chin Mudra on your thighs. Breathe in deeply into your lower chest area 2-3-4-5-6. Breathe out with the sound Aaaaa…….
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----
Now concentrate on the sound Aaaaa mentally and perform the same practice three times without the audible sound.
Curl your fingers inward to form the Chinmaya Mudra and place it on your thighs. Breathe deeply into your mid chest region 2-3-4-5-6. Breathe out with the sound Ooooo …….
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----
Now concentrate on the sound Ooooo… mentally and perform the same practice three times without the audible sound.
Perform the Adhi Mudra by clenching your fists with your thumb in the centre and place the Mudra on your thighs. Breathe deeply into your upper chest and clavicular regions 2-3-4-5-6. Now, exhale with the sound Mmmm…….
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----
Now concentrate on the sound mentally and perform the same practice three times without the audible sound.
To perform the fourth part of the practice that unites the three earlier parts perform Adhi Mudra and then place it with the knuckles of both hands touching in front of the navel. This is now known as the Brahma Mudra.
Take a deep breath into the low ……..mid ……..and upper chest ……..regions. Now let the breath out with the sounds of Aaaaa…Ooo… Mmmm ….
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----------
Breathe in 2-3-4-5-6.
Breathe out ----------------
Now concentrate on the sound Aaaaa------Ooooo------Mmmm and perform the same practice three times without the audible sound.
A performance of three to nine rounds of the Pranava Dharana when done daily helps to relax the Body-Emotion-Mind complex and provides complete healing through the production of healing vibrations at all levels of our existence. This is the cornerstone of Yogic breath therapy and can produce health and wellbeing for all.
When the concentrative aspect of the practice is taken to its peak, a state of mediation or Pranava Dhyana can ensue.
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's invited talk on "Nasal Cycle and its Therapeutic Applications: A Yogic Perspective" during the National Conference on Chronobiology and Health on 18 March 2016 at Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute in the Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth campus, Pondicherry.
Mudras (New Edition)
By: Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri and Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani
This is a completely revised and upgraded edition of the original book by the great Yogamaharishi. A good deal of material is available to the modern student on the subject of Hatha Yoga Asanas, Shat Karmas and a bit on Pranayama. Little is however found when searching for information on Mudras that represent some of the deeper practices of the Yoga system. Mudra is the ancient Yogic art and science of gesturing and sealing vital Pranic energies in the human body for health, well being and spiritual evolution. These are advanced techniques designed to improve neuromuscular coordination, culture human emotions and still the restless mind.
To order this book and others from ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India please visit www.icyer.in
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's talk on "Power of Pranayama" for SBV Yoga Fest 2016 organised by CYTER at Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry, India.
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According to the Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga tradition codified by Yogamaharishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri, there are six lower and six higher Chakras making a total of twelve Chakras. The lower Chakras known as the Pinda Chakras are related to the physical body while the higher six Chakras, the Anda Chakras are related to the Cosmos. Chakras vibrate at very high speeds of vibration and at their highest speeds of vibration are related to the cosmos. Each of the lower six Chakras has various neuro-endocrine correlates and is associated with one of the five Jnanendriyas and Karmendriyas as also different psychological qualities. This book deals with the Chakras in a detailed manner with magnificent images that were conceptualized by Pujya Swamiji more than 50 years ago. Asanas related to each Chakra and their specific Mandala Pranayamas are elaborated in detail. The unique practices of Chakra Mediation and Mandala Dharana are also added bonuses in this book.
To order this book and others from ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India please visit www.icyer.inChakras ebook sample
Introduction: Charles Warner wittily said, “Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.” In modern times, we all seem to talk so much about Yoga, but don’t do anything about experiencing it! “Atha yoganushasanam” says Maharishi Patanjali in his very first verse implying that Yoga is something to be experienced through mindfulness. We can never really ‘do’ Yoga, but we can prepare ourselves for the ‘experience’ of Yoga. Yoga is an experiential science, and Vairagya the key to develop objectivity towards subjective experiences obtained through Abhyasa.
Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga: We can experience states of expanded consciousness through Hatha and Jnana Yoga relaxation techniques as codified by Yogamaharishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri in the tradition of Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga. This is now popularly known as Gitananda Yoga in tribute to this great master who played a significant role in bridging modern science and spirituality. This wholesome system focuses on Yoga as a “Way of life” encompassing cultivation of wholesome lifestyle, adoption of health promoting diet, development of unbiased attitudes with bountiful practices for positive health.
Four-fold relaxation: A systematic and conscious adoption of attitudes results in deep experiential states of relaxation.
1. Letting go: We need to let go of our prejudices and preconceived notions.
2. Giving up: We must develop a firm desire to give up our stresses. This does not mean defeat, but is to throw off any tensions that turn us into a smoking volcano. This is a positive, relaxing and evolutionary process.
3. Giving in: A positive process of opening up to dictates of Higher Consciousness.
4. Giving over: The highest stage of relaxation where control of mind is given over to the Self. One thus merges into beautiful super-conscious states indescribable in words.
Conclusion: Swamiji taught us that ‘we’ are the source of our problems. If we are to solve them, we need to change our attitude. An egocentric perspective will never be able to change anything as all the ego wants to do is survive at any cost (Abhinivesha). The Yoga Dristi (perspective) offers a more elevated and conscious perspective of life that enables us to convert our seemingly insurmountable problems into mere molehills.
yoga is an art of living. It is more of a lifestyle than a mere physical activity. this presentation takes you through the meaning and types of yoga and also sheds light on various asanas and meditation techniques.
Dr Ananda's tips on enhancing self-care through Yoga during COVID19.
His talk on #Healthflix can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAUYxmYNWF8&t=517s
Application for Yoga for Stress ManagementSatwa Yoga
The most important point is to recognize the source of the negative stress.
This is not an admission of weakness or inability to cope! It is a way to identify the problem and plan measures to overcome it.Yoga is a universal practical discipline. Yoga is harmony that provides peace & poise, health & Happiness.It is a tool to develop Human Resources
History of YOGA:
Yoga began as an ancient practice that originated in India nearly 3000 B.C. Stone-carved figures of yoga posture found in the Indus Valley which depicting the original poses and practices. oga was developed as a way to achieve harmony between the heart and soul on the path to divine enlightenment. Along the way, it was discovered that yoga has a practical benefit of curing many diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure, and alleviating physical injuries and chronic pains.
What is meditation?
Meditation involves concentration and relaxation – both of which are enhanced by yoga. Just as there are many styles of yoga, so too are there a variety of ways to meditate. The first stage of meditation is to find a focal point or method of focusing in order to free oneself from distractions.
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On behalf of Param Pujya Ammaji and the entire Gitananda Yoga Family Worldwide we wish all our readers a very happy and prosperous New Year 2024!
Our beloved Ammaji as Editor of Yoga Life always put Lord Vigneshwara, the ‘obstacle to all obstacles’ on the January cover, and we continue the tradition with this colourful image of the Divine Lord. We pray to the benevolent Lord Abhayakaravinayaka to bless us all in the New Year with wellness, happiness, prosperity and success in all our endeavors.
The inner covers highlight memorable moments from the wonderful time we had hosting the Yoga Studies team from the Loyola Marymount University, USA during their study tour of India. The front inner cover depicts special moments during the Indo-US Yoga Chikitsa Symposium at Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth that was graced by the present Vice Chancellor Prof NR Biswas and the past Vice Chancellor and Emeritus Professor Dr KR Sethuraman.
The back inner page depicts the wonderful time the LMU team led by Prof Lori Rubenstein Fazzio had at the ICYER Ananda Ashram during the two day Yoga Chikitsa Workshop as well as at the Sri Kambaliswamy Madam. They were blessed by Param Pujya Ammaji and Yoga Chikitsa Ratna Dr Madanmohanji who participated actively in all the sessions.
On the back cover Dr Anandaji as the Madathipathi welcomes all dedicated Sadhakas for the 150th Annual Guru Puja for Srila Sri Kambaliswamigal and 30th Guru Puja of Yogamaharishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj to be held on 11th January 2024.
Yoga is the path of self-re-discovery, and we are fortunate to be guided by our illustrious Guru Parampara. May we always be worthy of their potent blessings and benevolent grace.
Dhivya Priya Bhavanani's talk on 7th January 2022 at the 27th International Yoga Festival, organized by the Government of Puducherry, Department of Tourism, Pondicherry, India from 4th to 7th January 2022.
Vibhaga and pranava pranayama of Gitananda Rishictulure Yoga by Dr AnandaYogacharya AB Bhavanani
A presentation on Vibhaga and pranava pranayama of Gitananda Rishiculture Yoga by Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Ashram Acharya ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India.
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Yogasana Tribute to the Nation on its 75th year of in...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
We humbly dedicate this Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Yogasana Tribute to the Nation on its 75th year of independence offered by the CYTER Team of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry, India to each and every one of the great freedom fighters of our beloved Nation who contributed their mite during the freedom struggle.
We owe the freedom we savour today to their timeless sacrifices.
We will forever remain indebted to all of them.
Jai Hind !
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's special session on Yoga and the digestive system for members of the Rishiculture Gitananda Yoga Family.
Disclaimer: Copyrights of images used in the presentation belong to the respective owners and Dr Ananda doesn't claim any IPR on them and has used them only for educational purposes with no malafide intentions.
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's Keynote on "Integrating yoga therapy within the Modern Medical System" at the Global Yoga therapy Day conference 2021
YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Know...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani’s presentation on YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Knowledge in the 34th Research Methodology & Biostatistics Workshop conducted by the Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR. Medical University in July 2021.
Yoga and Cultural Misappropriation: An e-book by Dr Ananda, Malini and PadmaYogacharya AB Bhavanani
This e-book authored by Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Yogasadhaki Malini and Yogacharini Padma provides a road map towards manifesting culturally appropriate yoga in modern times. Yoga without its cultural context, is no longer yoga and hence we must be mindful of the necessity to retain the content for yoga to be alive through us.
This e-book is endorsed by the Indian Yoga Association – A self-regulatory body of Yoga Organizations. IYA is a maiden attempt to unite all yoga paramparas in a common cause. Indian Yoga Association is committed to promotion and advancement of Yoga and its applications around the world and industry-cum-self-regulatory body to facilitate activities of member institutions.
To know more about the IYA visit http://www.yogaiya.in/about/
To know more about Dr Ananda and the ICYER at Ananda Ashram, please visit www.rishiculture.in
Dr Ananda's invited presentation on Yoga Research: Past, Present and Future at the International E-conference titled "Recent Advances in the Medical Sciences International E - Conference, RAMSIECON 2021" organised by Department of Physiology, Yenepoya Medical College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Deralakatte, Mangalore from 30th June to 3rd July 2021.
This e-book authored by Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Yogasadhaki Malini and Yogacharini Padma provides a road map towards manifesting culturally appropriate yoga in modern times. Yoga without its cultural context, is no longer yoga and hence we must be mindful of the necessity to retain the content for yoga to be alive through us.
Yogacharya Dr. ANANDA BALAYOGI BHAVANANI
MBBS, ADY, DPC, DSM, PGDFH, PGDY, FIAY, MD (Alt.Med), C-IAYT, DSc (Yoga)
Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani is Director of the Centre for Yoga Therapy Education and Research (CYTER), and Professor of Yoga Therapy at the Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry (www.sbvu.ac.in).
He is also Chairman of the International Centre for Yoga Education and Research at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India (www.icyer.com) and Yoganjali Natyalayam, the premier institute of Yoga and Carnatic Music and Bharatanatyam in Pondicherry (www.rishiculture.in). He is son and successor of the internationally acclaimed Yoga team of Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and Yogacharini Kalaimamani Ammaji, Smt Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani.
A recipient of the prestigious DSc (Yoga) from SVYASA Yoga University in January 2019, he is a Gold Medallist in Medical Studies (MBBS) with postgraduate diplomas in both Family Health (PGDFH) as well as Yoga (PGDY) and the Advanced Diploma in Yoga under his illustrious parents in 1991-93. A Fellow of the Indian Academy of Yoga, he has authored 19 DVDs and 26 books on Yoga as well as published nearly 300 papers, compilations and abstracts on Yoga and Yoga research in National and International Journals. His literary works have more than 2650 Citations, with an h-Index of 25 and an i10-Index of 50. In addition, he is a Classical Indian Vocalist, Percussionist, Music Composer and Choreographer of Indian Classical Dance.
In recent years he has travelled abroad 20 times and conducted invited talks, public events, workshops and retreats and been major presenter at Yoga conferences in the UK, USA, Italy, Czech Republic, South Africa, Germany, Switzerland, Malaysia, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
He is an Honorary Advisor to International Association of Yoga Therapists (www.iayt.org), Australasian Association of Yoga Therapists (www.yogatherapy.org.au), World Yoga Foundation (www.worldyogafoundation.in) and Gitananda Yoga Associations worldwide (www.rishiculture.in).
A recognized PhD guide for Yoga Therapy he was recognized as an IAYT Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) by the International Association of Yoga Therapists, USA in 2016. It is notable that he is the first Indian to receive this honour.
He is currently member of numerous expert committees of the Ministry of AYUSH including its National Board for Promotion of Yoga and Naturopathy, Scientific Advisory Committee & Standing Finance Committees of CCRYN, Technical Committee of the Yoga Certification Board, Expert Committees for Celebration of International Yoga Day and the National Yoga & Diabetes program. He is Consultant Resource Person for the WHO and its Collaborative Centre in Traditional Medicine (Yoga) at MDNIY, New Delhi. He is also EC member and Director Publications of the Indian Yoga Association (www.yogaiya.in).
Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's ivited talk on "Yoga and Respiratory Disorders" for the International Capacity Building Workshop- Webinar on "Yoga for Non communicable Disease- A Scientific Perspective" hosted by MDNIY, New Delhi Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India and World Health Organization (WHO)
Report Back from SGO 2024: What’s the Latest in Cervical Cancer?bkling
Are you curious about what’s new in cervical cancer research or unsure what the findings mean? Join Dr. Emily Ko, a gynecologic oncologist at Penn Medicine, to learn about the latest updates from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) 2024 Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. Dr. Ko will discuss what the research presented at the conference means for you and answer your questions about the new developments.
These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
4. Non-respiratory functions of the lungs https://academic.oup.com/bjaed/article/13/3/98/278874
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The prostate is an exocrine gland of the male mammalian reproductive system
It is a walnut-sized gland that forms part of the male reproductive system and is located in front of the rectum and just below the urinary bladder
Function is to store and secrete a clear, slightly alkaline fluid that constitutes 10-30% of the volume of the seminal fluid that along with the spermatozoa, constitutes semen
A healthy human prostate measures (4cm-vertical, by 3cm-horizontal, 2cm ant-post ).
It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder. It has anterior, median, posterior and two lateral lobes
It’s work is regulated by androgens which are responsible for male sex characteristics
Generalised disease of the prostate due to hormonal derangement which leads to non malignant enlargement of the gland (increase in the number of epithelial cells and stromal tissue)to cause compression of the urethra leading to symptoms (LUTS
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Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
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These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
1. EXPERIENCING RELAXATION,
THE YOGA WAY
Yogacharya
Dr ANANDA BALAYOGI BHAVANANI
Chariman ICYER and Deputy Director CYTER,
MGMCRI, Pondicherry.
www.icyer.com
2. Introduction
• Charles Warner wittily said, “Everybody talks about
the weather, but nobody does anything about it.”
• In modern times, we all seem to talk so much about
Yoga, but don’t do anything about experiencing it!
• “Atha yoganushasanam” says Maharishi Patanjali in
his very first verse.
• Yoga is to be experienced through mindfulness.
• We can never really ‘do’ Yoga, but we can prepare
ourselves for the ‘experience’ of Yoga.
• Vairagya is the key in developing objectivity towards
subjective experiences obtained through Abhyasa.
3. Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga
• We can experience states of expanded consciousness
through Hatha /Jnana Yoga relaxation techniques as
codified by Yogamaharishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri in
the Rishiculture Ashtanga (Gitananda) Yoga tradition.
• This wholesome system focuses on Yoga as a “Way of
life” encompassing
– cultivation of wholesome lifestyle,
– adoption of health promoting diet,
– development of unbiased attitudes with
– bountiful practices for positive health.
4. THE GITANANDA TRADITION
• Yogamaharishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri (1907-1993)
• Union of Bengali Tantric tradition (Swami Kanakananda
Brighu) & South Indian Shaiva Siddhanta (Srila Sri
Kambaliswamigal)- Mantra, Yantra & Tantra.
• Modern scientific expression of ancient Yogic wisdom
• ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry has a modern
Gurukula environment where small numbers of select
students live with their Guru and become family.
• Present Acharya: AMMAJI, Yogacharini Meenakshi Devi
Bhavanani and lineageholder: Yogacharya Dr Ananda
Balayogi Bhavanani
5. SOME CORE CONCEPTS
• Yoga as a 24*7 way of
conscious living
• Create Gurus not
followers
• Breath is life- great
emphasis on Pranayama
• Wholesome approach
to Ashtanga Yoga of
Maharihi Patanjali
• Step-by-step approach
• Love for Indian culture
• Bountiful practices in a
graded manner
• Yantra, enabling one
to evolve in tune with
nature
• Mudras, divine
communication
• Jnana, Raja and Laya
Yoga techniques
7. 1. LETTING GO
• We need to let go of our prejudices and
preconceived notions.
• Let down our barriers to the much needed
advice and help.
• Let go of all false notions and materialistic
idolatry built up in modern living.
• In particular, to let go of the “God of Tension”
which is virtually deified in “civilized” society.
8. 2. GIVING UP
• We must develop a firm desire to give up the
stresses and strains that beset us.
• Does not mean surrender as popularly
suggested by the English term “to give up”.
• Conscious throwing off of weaknesses that
build up tension, and to let off those foolish
tensions that turn us into smoking volcanoes.
• “Giving up” as used here is a conscious,
positive, relaxing and evolutionary process.
9. 3. GIVING IN
• This in the Yoga concept of relaxation, is to
“give in” to the dictates of the Inner Mind, the
Higher Consciousness.
• Again, this is a positive process and is not the
giving in of surrender.
• There is no negation or abdication of positive
actions or ideas.
• Initially it is an intellectual process, highly
exciting and satisfying, but must grow into an
even more transcendental state.
10. 4. GIVING OVER
• The highest stage of relaxation where control
of mind is given over to the Highest Self.
• Ishwara pranidhana and Bhakti Yoga in action
• One thus merges into beautiful super-
conscious states of Samadhi indescribable in
mere human language.
• “Giving over” represents the peak of
fulfillment, a state of complete oneness, of
Advaitham.
11. Hatha Yoga Relaxation Practices
• SPANDHA – NISHPANDA: Practices are performed
using the concept of tension and relaxation where
we first tense different parts of the body to the
maximum and then relax them to the maximum.
• SHAVASANA WITH AWARENESS OF BREATH: In
Shavasana the mind is focused on the breath and the
process of deep and rhythmic respiration. The feeling
of cool inspired air flowing into the nostrils and the
warm expired air flowing out of them is experienced
with awareness and consciousness.
12.
13.
14. MARMANASTHANAM KRIYA
This is a ‘22 point’ relaxation practice performed
from Shavasana. The body is relaxed consciously,
part by part, starting from the toes and
proceeding systematically to the top of the head.
15.
16. KAYA KRIYA
This is a three-part relaxation technique in which
the lower, middle and upper body regions are
relaxed with a movement-breath combination.
On the in breath, the feet are moved inwards,
the arms outwards and the head turned to the
right. The reverse process is performed on the
out breath.
17.
18. Pranayama Practices
• VIBHAGA PRANAYAMA: Sectional breathing in low,
mid, and upper regions of the chest. This effect is
enhanced by use of specific Hasta Mudras.
• PRANAVA PRANAYAMA: Patanjali says that, Pranava
is the vibration of the Supreme Self. The Pranava is
also known as the “Maha Manta”, the Manta of all
Mantas. Using specific Hasta Mudras, the vibrations
of the Pranava A-U-M is resonated throughout the
lower, middle and upper parts of the whole body.
20. • SAVITRI PRANAYAMA: Regenerative & rejuvenative
breathing practice performed in ratio 2:1:2:1 and
various Talas such as 2,3,4,5,6, etc. It can either be
performed from Vajrasana or Shavasana.
• NASARGA MUKHA BHASTRIKA: Nasarga Muka
Bhastrika is forceful expulsion of breath through
mouth that can accompany different movements to
relieve pent up stress.
• CHANDRA PRANAYAMA: Exclusive left nostril
breathing in 1:1 or 1:2 ratio. Patients of stressful
conditions can benefit by practising this Pranayama
27 rounds before breakfast, lunch, dinner and before
going to bed.
21. JNANA YOGA PRACTICES
• YOGA NIDRA: This can be either performed in
Shavasana or any meditative posture. It can be used
for relaxation and to harmonize the body-mind-spirit
through powerful visualization.
Various forms are taught but in the system taught by
Swamiji Gitananda Giri, the energy is imagined to
flow in clockwise concentric circles starting as a pin
sized point at the solar plexus and slowly
expanding to finally be 6 inches beyond the head
and toes. Then the reverse process is performed.
Savitri Pranayama is the breath sequence to be
followed in this practice.
22.
23.
24. • ANULOMA VILOMA KRIYA: This Kriya affects the
basic polarity of the body, regulating the electrical
flow in the nervous system and the ionization of
cellular energy. It also produces deep relaxation.
In Shavasana, with Savitri Pranayama, the warm
golden Prana is visualized to enter from the top of
the head and flow out the feet on an incoming
breath. On the outgoing breath, the cool silvery
Apana flow is felt to enter the feet and flow through
the body and out the top of the head. This is
continued until a deep relaxation occurs.
25.
26. Conclusion
• Swamiji taught us that ‘we’ are the source of our
problems. If we are to solve them, we need to
change our attitude.
• An egocentric perspective will never be able to
change anything as all the ego wants to do is survive
at any cost (abhinivesha).
• The Yoga Drishti (perspective) offers a more
elevated and conscious perspective of life that
enables us to convert our seemingly insurmountable
problems into mere molehills.