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When you lift the rug just before cleaning the floor, all the dust scatters into the air. Taking a moment for yoga allows you to clear away the mental dust when going through anxious moments. It’s the perfect time to rest in peace and bring calm back to the mind. With yogic breathing techniques and a few calming tips, you can stay centered—even in the eye of the storm.

Today, about 35% of the global population suffers from myopia and hyperopia to varying degrees. These conditions are typically managed with strong glasses or contact lenses that correct refractive errors of the eye.

Doctors across the world are beginning to realize that their degree alone is no longer enough. People go to hospitals not just for treatment but for comfort. What they seek are doctors who go beyond treating the illness — those who lay the foundation for overall well-being.

Ayurveda is a very ancient holistic health system that originated more than 5,000 years ago in India. The word itself translates as “knowledge of life” (from ayur in Sanskrit – meaning “life” or “life principle” – and veda, referring to a system of knowledge). The principles of Ayurveda focus on preserving life through healthy habits and therapies not only for the body but also for the mind, relationships, and spirit.

Ayurveda provides a holistic approach to natural health and helps us discover inner peace, joy, and love. Ayurvedic therapies are a tool for protecting the body from various illnesses and for restoring balance between the body, mind, and spirit.

An Ayurvedic massage is performed using warm essential oils, following the principles of Ayurveda. Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient Indian healing system that seeks overall well-being by adapting different oils and applying the power and rhythm of specific massage techniques.

Many of our problems today are a result of our lifestyle. One of these issues is back pain.
If your job involves prolonged sitting, this can lead to painful discomfort in this part of the body. Sometimes the pain becomes unbearable and can even lead to immobility.

“Often the causes of gynecological problems are related to stress, tension, or polycystic ovaries,” says Ayurvedic doctor from India, Dr. Sreejith. “These issues are frequently triggered by lifestyle factors and arise when the body is unable to produce insulin. This often leads to an overly prolonged or painful cycle—or lack of one altogether.

“Ayur” means life, and “Veda” means knowledge. So the word Ayurveda literally translates to “the science of life.” It is a system of medicine that teaches us how to maintain our health in optimal condition. The principle of Ayurveda is to detect and treat illness without harming the body.

Conditions such as migraine, sinusitis, allergies, hay fever, back pain, digestive issues, and gynecological disorders can often be effectively addressed through pulse diagnosis, a traditional Ayurvedic method for identifying imbalances in the body and mind.

Goji Berries (Lycium barbarum) are among the most nutrient-dense fruits on Earth. While they’ve only recently gained popularity in the Western world, they have been used for millennia in Tibet and China both as a culinary ingredient and in traditional medicine. Today, these small, flavorful, and incredibly beneficial berries are gaining global recognition.

Some of the most unique health benefits of amaranth include its ability to stimulate growth and tissue repair, reduce inflammation, prevent certain chronic diseases, strengthen bones, regulate low blood pressure, boost the immune system, reduce the appearance of varicose veins, and support healthy hair and weight management.

Chia seeds offer a wide range of health benefits, including diabetes control, lowering cholesterol levels, improving digestion, enhancing heart health, regulating blood pressure, and even providing anti-inflammatory properties.

The health benefits of flaxseed have been recognized in traditional cuisines across Asia, America, and Africa. Its high nutritional and therapeutic value may surpass that of any other grain. Flaxseed is a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, and lignans.

Buckwheat is extremely beneficial for health, including reducing blood pressure, preventing certain types of cancer, controlling diabetes, supporting digestion and regulating cholesterol levels, boosting the immune system, eliminating gallstones, and protecting against asthma attacks.

Some of the health benefits of quinoa include a reduced risk of diabetes, lower bad cholesterol, and cardiovascular diseases. It also helps control appetite, increases antioxidant intake, and improves digestive health.

So the true pursuit of happiness is actually a quest for self-knowledge!
If you turn your mind inward for a moment and simply observe what’s happening within you, you will always remain happy.

The literal meaning of Karma is action.

The ways of Karma are strange. The more you understand it, the more amazed you become. It connects people, yet it also separates them. It makes some strong, others weak. It makes some rich, others poor. All the miseries of the world—whatever they may be—are bound in the chains of Karma.

Most of our lives are spent in three states of consciousness: waking, dreaming, and sleeping. In the waking state, we experience the world through the five senses, through which we seek elevation and joy.

Anger has neither ears nor eyes. It only leads to reaction. And reaction leads to regret. Regret causes disappointment. Disappointment clouds good judgment. Unwise actions awaken more rage, and thus begins a vicious cycle. Only self-knowledge and devotion can free you from this cycle. When anger and revenge are offered into the fire of knowledge, the radiance of the stainless Self begins to shine. This is the true Yagya.

What is Maya?
The word measure comes from the Sanskrit root Maya. Maya means that which can be measured. So, when you say “all this is Maya,” it refers to everything that can be measured.

Goals are essential in life. So set a goal and start moving in that direction. A life without direction leads to depression. When you have a goal — "I must do this, I need to learn that, I want to offer this seva" — the goal will steer your life in the right direction. Expectations are a natural part of life. But when they arise, you must simply realize that expecting reduces the joy in your life. As you grow in knowledge, you’ll see that all these impressions fall away and make space for something greater and more beautiful.

Many people hesitate to work under someone else’s guidance—whether in a professional setting or even as volunteers. The common belief is that working under someone’s direction means giving up your freedom and having to report to others. That’s why many choose to start their own businesses, hoping to be their own boss. But running your own business means you have to answer to many people. If you’re unable to be accountable to even one person, how will you manage accountability to many? This is the paradox. In fact, having your own business can tie you down more than working for someone else.

In June 1995, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar began giving a short weekly talk, often on a topic relevant to current events. The journey for this gathering started in New Delhi and concluded in Rishikesh, India. 

Despite countless attempts, no one has yet found a universal formula for happiness. However, here are 10 things that will surely bring you a few steps closer to it.

There are two types of respect. The first is the respect you receive because of your position, fame, or wealth. This kind of respect is temporary. It can be lost the moment you lose your wealth or status. The second type is the respect you earn because of your smile and your virtues such as honesty, kindness, dedication, and patience. This respect can never be taken away from you.

Ego is an obstacle for a leader, a wise man, a merchant, or a servant, but it is essential for a warrior and a competitor. 

We all know drinking water is good for us—but how many of us actually make it a habit?
Here are some interesting facts about water you probably didn’t know, which might just inspire you to always keep a glass or bottle nearby.

If you've ever worked anywhere, chances are you’ve had a bad day at work.
Let’s be honest — even the best of us go through a rough day. So, what’s your story? What made your day go wrong?

An old Hindi saying goes: “The quality of your mind determines the quality of your life.”
Positive thoughts create a happy and good life, while thoughts saturated with negative emotions reduce the quality of life. Even scientific communities have reached similar conclusions. 

Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) is a widely spread perennial plant in India, which grows at altitudes of up to 2000 meters. In the past, the plant along with its roots was used in medicine for various conditions, but its most widely applied use has been in Ayurveda for treating kidney and urinary problems.

Chyawanprash, translated from Hindi, means "Elixir of Life." It is an ancient Ayurvedic herbal jam, widely used in India as a rejuvenating, energizing, and immunity-boosting remedy. It is believed that the Ayurvedic paste Chyawanprash was created 5,000 years ago in India by the yoga master Chyawan Rishi, in search of a formula for rejuvenation and longevity.

“In the East, people say that suffering can be avoided—it’s not necessary. Life is a blessing! Do you know why? Because wisdom, yoga, and meditation are the means by which you can avoid suffering before it even comes.”
– Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

This craving makes you miserable. Patanjali says there are only five sources of suffering. There is no sixth. Ignorance—or mistaking what is impermanent for something permanent—is the root

There are only two states of consciousness. One is deep sleep or dreaming—daydreaming and night dreaming. During the day, a person dreams: “Oh, what will happen to me? I’ll do this, I’ll do that.” Building castles in the air.

Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful experiences gifted to a woman. And yet, this nine-month journey brings with it a whirlwind of emotions to juggle! Yoga can help you navigate this journey, making it smooth and joyful.

The discomfort can begin two weeks before menstruation or during the actual cycle and is a symptom of psychological, genetic, nutritional, and behavioral imbalances.

“Gynecological issues generally fall into a few categories, but the most common one is dysmenorrhea—painful menstruation. This condition involves intense cramping in the abdominal and lower back region, and sometimes even leads to headaches, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, constipation, and bloating. These are just some of the challenges women face during these difficult days,” explains Dr. Avishek Mishra, an Ayurvedic doctor from India.

“Raul, can you turn off the PlayStation for a bit and listen to what I have to say?” I knew my words were going in one ear and out the other. I knew that for my son—so absorbed in his game—it was confusing to switch between the real and the virtual worlds.

Yoga is completely natural for children – they often playfully adopt postures that adults have to learn with effort and discipline. Still, intentional yoga practice can be highly beneficial for kids. What issues might your child be facing that yoga could help you overcome together?

“Breath is the link between the body and the mind. If the mind is the kite, the breath is the string. The longer the string, the higher the kite can fly.”
– Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Founder of The Art of Living Foundation

The first act of life – breathing.
The last act of life – breathing.

This is a very powerful breathing practice that not only helps with weight reduction but also brings the entire body into complete balance.

The nadis are subtle energy channels in the human body that may become blocked for various reasons. Nadi Shodhan Pranayama is a breathing technique that helps purify these blocked energy channels, thereby calming the mind. This technique is also known as Anulom Vilom Pranayama.

With appropriate practice of asanas, you can learn to relax while performing an activity or while physically resting. Relaxation with awareness and knowledge brings deep rest to both body and mind. You can apply this skill of resting even during effort and in daily life. Relaxing asanas can be practiced at any time of day when the body feels tired.

Another student had grown curious.
“What does the Master do behind the curtain? I want to see.”
His curiosity became so strong that he couldn’t resist and lifted the curtain to see the Master. At that very moment, all 999 students were reduced to ashes.

Sit on your heels. With the thighs resting on the heels, bend forward and place your forehead on the floor.

Sit with your legs stretched out in front of you, keeping the legs and spine straight.

As our awareness expands, we become more in tune with the sensations occurring in our body and begin to observe how these sensations change. Both intense sensations like pain and intense sensations like pleasure become pleasant.

Continuation of the previous article: Secrets of Meditation...

In quantum physics, everything is just atoms, wave functions, pure energy. There are significant similarities between quantum physics, Vedanta, Yoga, and the Art of Meditation.

The calmer and more balanced we are within ourselves, the more easily we express our creativity and happiness. You see, creativity already resides in every part of our consciousness and can be awakened. If there is no creativity within us, we cannot acquire it from anywhere else. It's like placing corn kernels in a pan and letting them pop into popcorn. Similarly, creativity is inherent in our consciousness—it simply waits to be activated.

Rest is only possible when all activity has ceased. When you stop moving around, when you stop working, thinking, talking, seeing, listening, smelling, tasting—when all of these activities come to a halt—then rest becomes possible. What remains are only the involuntary actions of the body (breathing, the beating of the heart, digestion, blood circulation, etc.)—this is called sleep.

People who suffer from migraines know best how debilitating the pain can be. They’ll agree that it prevents them from working, and sometimes it can even be hard to rest. What would you want most in such moments?

For us humans, growing is an inevitable part of life, but aging — that is a choice. No matter what happens today, we can’t turn back time and become a year younger. But we can definitely look and feel younger than our biological age. All we need to do is lead a healthier lifestyle. Let’s discover some natural ways to live that will help you look younger. These techniques won’t just help you look youthful, they’ll also shift your entire approach to life.

Before I started my first job after university, my sister, who is ten years older than me, shared a few wise words:
"Every woman goes through an identity crisis in her late twenties. Be ready to face it."

Our entire being functions thanks to a subtle life force called prana. Prana flows through our system via subtle energy channels (nadis) and energy centers (chakras). There are thousands of nadis and many chakras within us. A vast reservoir of energy lies dormant within every human being. This latent energy, stored at the base of the spine, is known as Kundalini. The amount of energy that rises from this energy center depends on the state of the other chakras and nadis. Hari Om meditation helps activate these chakras.

Meditation for Athletes: 8 Steps to Unlock Deep Energy and Focus
Every athlete will agree that energy is a key ingredient to success in sports. Food, restful sleep, breathing, and meditation are the four main sources of energy.

Padmasana (lotus position), closed eyes, straight spine, hands resting in the lap with palms facing upwards, a gentle smile on the face, and a calm atmosphere — this is the image that comes to mind the moment we hear the word meditation. But what do you actually do when your eyes are closed?! How long do you stay like that?! Here are a few simple tips to help you begin your journey toward yourself.

“I feel so tired. I just need to sleep.”
It’s natural to think this way, right? But is there something else that can provide us with complete rest and recharging? There are four sources of energy, two of which are sleep and meditation. Meditation and sleep are similar in some ways, but they are still very different.

The Other Side of Fear: How Meditation Can Transform It into Strength
What better way to understand fear than to imagine a real-life situation—one you might often find yourself in?

A scientist thousands of kilometers away has discovered that your happiness curve looks like the letter U. We begin and end our journey with happiness—but along the way, we may face certain challenges.

Is it hard for you to cope with the responsibilities of parenting, and do you feel like you understand nothing about fatherhood? You don't even dare to imagine having children because of the fear of the unknown?

The Soul Doesn’t Die – It Returns to the Universe, Scientists Say
The debate about the existence of the soul—whether it is immortal or dies with the body—is an endless topic that has occupied the minds of great thinkers throughout human history. This enigmatic question continues to fascinate various fields of science, but recently a group of scientists claim they have found the truth: the soul does not die—it returns to the universe.

We are awake, experiencing the world through our five senses. In the absence of even one of them, we lose the full spectrum of perception.
At every moment in the waking state, one of our senses dominates—sight, smell, touch, hearing, or taste.