YOGA, MEDITATION AND REIKI

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AKHILESH

The word Yoga has various meanings within different traditions. According to Lord Krishna, Yoga is an "evenness of mind" . Krishna also defined Yoga as a life style, which embodies the philosophy of "skill in action" (Karma Yoga). Maharishi Patanjali, the founder of modern Yoga principles, has said that Yoga is a discipline of the mind through the 'cessation of thought' and a discipline of the body.

Hatha Yoga brings all these components together in harmony by integrating the physical body, the breathing process (i.e. Prana or the vital energy) and the psychological aspects of one's being. By practicing Hatha Yoga, one brings a balance to the body, mind and spirit.

At the Neo Yoga and Meditation Center in Bhagsunag, Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India, Hatha Yoga Asanas (postures) are taught. These are suitable for beginner to advanced students. The various Asanas help energize the body, release tension and stress, and increase overall feeling of well-being.

Breathing techniques (Pranayama) are also taught. Though breathing is a natural process, many of us do not breathe properly. When one learns to breathe fully and systematically, Prana (the life force) is activated. With each full breath one takes, especially when integrated with Yoga Asanas, one becomes more expansive, joyful and opens oneself more fully to life.

In all Yoga classes individual's needs and concerns are taken into consideration. Yoga Asanas are taught with utmost personal care.

Any health concerns or problems are discussed with the students at the beginning of the program and advice given accordingly.

In any spiritual following, an intense focus and concentration is needed at times. A spiritual retreat can provide such an opportunity to deepen the student's development and practice.

During the retreat, participants learn and practice Hatha Yoga, meditation, relaxation, Pranayama, Kriyas, Vedanta philosophy and devotional singing (Bhajans).

For further information about spiritual retreats please visit our website or contact us by email.

Reiki is a natural and an ancient method of healing oneself and others through deep relaxation techniques. Reiki is a Japanese word that means universal life energy. This life force is present in every human being and works in the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual realms.

Results from the use of Reiki vary with each individual but many people report lower stress levels, improved immune systems, higher energy levels, improved mental states etc.

Level one: One receives attunements and learns how to apply Reiki techniques on oneself and others.

Level two: One receives attunements and learns how to transmit Reiki beyond time and space using Reiki symbols and Mantras.

Master Level three: One learns how to initiate, give attunements and teach Reiki techniques.

Br. AKHILESH has been teaching Yoga and Meditation since 1994. Many students from all over the world have attended his classes in Dharamshala and Rishikesh, India. He has received a wide range of academic and spiritual training.

Akhilesh was raised in an educated family in a small business community in Lucknow, U.P., India. From his childhood he was driven by an urge to inquire about the mysteries of creation, life, death and human sufferings etc. At the age of 18 he had a spiritual vision and had realized that his life should be dedicated for the service of people in need.

Akhilesh decided to study sociology and then serve in a public office. With this view in mind, after graduating from Lucknow University, Akhilesh contested an election for a local public office. After serving as a social worker for a period of time, his childhood vision of doing spiritually beneficial work resurfaced.

It was then that he left his career as a politician and began leading a life of a renunciate. He joined the movement of Swami Chinmayananda and lived in an Ashram in Tapovan for two years. He later became a student of Swami Dayananda Saraswati, a scholar and a teacher of Vedanta, and studied this ancient Hindu Philosophy and Sanskrit. After completing a three and a half year Vedanta course, he continued to practice his spiritual pursuits integrating Yoga and Meditation into his daily Sadhana.

Akhilesh then began teaching Yoga, Meditation and Vedanta philosophy in accordance with the tradition. He has a deep understanding of these principles and thus continues to share this Eastern wisdom with his students. Akhilesh's gentle and compassionate nature and his unique ability to communicate this great wisdom to others, opens the way for all students to learn.

The MUKTI COMMUNE, which Akhilesh has founded is working towards establishing ongoing Yoga and Meditation courses and retreats for personal and spiritual growth. It is in the process of establishing a permanent retreat center in or near Rishikesh, India. If you have any questions or comments in this regard, you may contact us.