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September 2014

SUKRIT

ISSN No. 2229-5445

India's No.1 Spiritual Lifestyle Magazine by Vihangam Yoga

QUIETEN THE

Mind

Relax, Observe, Heal & Initiate Truth-realization

Life of a

YOGI

Lifestyle Tools to transform your life

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HOW TO DIET

Getting enlightened by the Spiritual Master

Vihangam

YOGA Reverse your flow of consciousness through meditation

THE BEAUTY OF DUALITY & MEDITATION

THE CHARM OF THE EAST

YOGYAKARTA

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editor's letter

Naam Deo, Editor -in- Chief

Welcome to Sukrit !

SUKRIT WELLNESS TOURS ...take your inner journey to the world beyond

Those who wish to subscribe to our digital or mobile version can do so by logging in to our website or dropping us an email @ vytinternational@gmail.com.

There is a lot more coming up on our website and magazine for all you yoga seekers.

With great joy, I’d like to inform you all that our magazine is now in its new avatar. We are launching our website (www.sukrit.info) as well as our digital version and mobile app.

This makes this month very special for all of us. We hope you will enjoy reading the September issue. This month we have an introductory look at some key topics and concepts you may or may not be familiar with.

We explore the body’s energetic system and the science of reversing the flow of consciousness in the article “Pure Yoga”.

We take you to the cultural centre of Yogyakarta in Indonesia and explore the fascinating impression and amalgamation of ancient art & sculpture.

Yogyakarta has a glorious history and its art, culture & society has been infused with impressions from spirituality.

Our mind power is the key to achieving limitless possibilities. But as long as the mind has its own free will and we are slaves to it, it can help us as well as harm us. The lesson that we have been taught by the Spiritual Master (Sadgurudev) is to conquer our mind in order to move ahead on the path of Brahmvidya that leads to realization of the ultimate. “Quieten the Mind” is an article that delves deep into this subject.

In our Health section, we explore the Indian Gooseberry (Amla) that has been one of the reasons behind many superfruits doing the rounds of the wellness industry these days. There is also an article on dieting which tries to shake off some myths surrounding the art of losing weight.

For all Yoga hungry people, there is a lot this issue can offer.

First, there is a very illustrative feature on Sun Salutation or ‘Surya Namaskar’. For those who don’t know, the Sun Salutation is the best set of yoga postures that can fit in easily into your hectic schedule and yet benefit you immensely. There is an article on the meditative asanas as well. And don’t miss out on our lifestyle feature that dishes out a 20-step lifestyle routine which can actually help you transform your life in a few months.

All that and a lot more in this issue. Enjoy the read!

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contents

September 2014

features

01 Editor's word 13 Sun Salutation A practice that will refine, sensitize, and energize the human mind and body. Start your day with these 12 exercises, and enjoy the positive changes that it brings to your day.

28 Life of a Yogi The philosophy of ‘Brahmvidya’ (the science of God realization)

31 Prayer and Glorification His Holiness Prathamacharya Shri Dharmachandra Deo Ji Maharaj enlightens us on two kinds of prayers – one with desire, and the other without desire

47 Siddhasana ( The Perfect Posture) Practice the ideal asana for meditation, often called the asana of the wise, and its variations/alternatives. Also considered the most suitable meditative pose, this feature explores the amazing healing capabilities of this asana

53 Importance of healthy diet The importance of healthy food habits in everyday life, food sources of essential nutrients

other's 05 Vihangam Perspective 07 Vihangam Scope 62 "Amla" a Superfruit

special section!

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The Beauty of Duality Meditation Duality is the philosophy of balance.There exist countless frequencies in the world. By every action, thought, speech of ours, we are generating a particular energy that goes right into the atmosphere.

57 VIHANGAM YOGA

The Science of the Sadguru - Reversing the flow of consciousness

Quieten

16

the mind

Change Your Life

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Cover Story

20Lifestyle tools to transform your life

This feature shares some amazing yet ancient lifestyle tips & techniques to live your life keeping in sync the mind, body and spirit. Read this manual to change your life for the better.

Yogyakarta The cultural charm of the east

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spend time with the

sun

"Surya Namaskar" is a practice which refines, sensitizes, and energizes the human being and is a daily reminder of the debt we humans owe to God.

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S

urya Namaskar is a Sanskrit word which means obeisance or prostrations (Namaskar) to the sun (Surya). The goal of this exercise is to pay obeisance to the rising sun. The rising sun not only marks the beginning of our day but its rays are a great source of prana or life force. To wake up early in the morning and perform any kind of healthy activity in front of the rising sun is a good habit, and a healthy one too (even if it is unconscious). It could be a walk, tending to the plants, or just standing and observing the beautiful dawn. Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation is the technique of expressing our gratitude to the force that sustains, nourishes and evolves all life on the planet. Surya Namaskar fosters a discipline of mind, body and emotions.

Such a practice refines, sensitizes, and energizes the human being and is a daily reminder of the debt we humans owe to

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Pranamasan

Exhale Stand straight, hands joined, with the weight of the body equally distributed on both feet.

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Bhujangasana

Inhale The snake pose, lift the upper torso and throw the head back. Keep the feet touching the ground.

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God. This debt can be repaid only by living a clean, pure, disciplined life style – an enactment of the Vedic dictum!

The early morning sun’s rays are stimulating to the whole endocrine system. The Mantras stimulate both physical and psychic Nadis (nerves). The eyes are nourished by the early morning light and Vitamin D is absorbed through the skin.

The endocrine and exocrine glands are exposed to the early sun’s rays by lifting the hands over the head in Anjali Mudra, a gesture of high respect and reverence, thus exposing the underarms to the healing rays. The early sun’s rays are a well known antiseptic. Harmful germs and bacteria life are destroyed.

Different body positions or asanas apply pressure on the organs and skeletal structure, and stimulate blood

Hasta Uttanasan 2 Inhale Stretch the arms straight up with palms facing outward.

8Exhale Parvatasana Return to the Parvatasana,

supporting the body on the toes and the hands, forming a ‘V’ shape, with the bend at the waist as the crux.

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Uttanasan

Exhale Bend down at the waist, with head touching the knees and the fingers touching the ground.

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Ashwa Sanchalan Inhale Return to the horse pose.

Stretch the other leg backwards, place the knee on the floor, arch back, and look up.

circulation. The complete sun salutation consists of 12 positions, which are performed in one continuous flow. Each of the positions stretch the muscles in different ways, and this is complemented by the expanding and contracting of the chest to regulate the flow of breathing. Practicing the Sun Salutation daily helps in keeping the body in shape, sustains the flexibility of spine & other joints, improves circulation of the blood and reduces weight. It is also said that these 12 exercises can stimulate and regulate the functioning of the central nervous system, the optic nerve, the stomach, and help calm your mind. Practicing the Sun Salutation in the sun also replenishes the body with Vitamin D due to early morning sun exposure.

Sun Salutaion

Ashwa Sanchalan 4 Inhale The horse pose) Stretch one

leg backwards, place the knee on the floor, arch back, and look up.

Uttanasan 10 Exhale Bending down at the waist,

with head touching the knees and the fingers touching the ground, return to Uttanasan.

Parvatasana 5 Exhale Bringing the other leg back,

support the body on the toes and the hands, forming a ‘V’ shape, with the bend at the waist as the crux.

Hasta Uttanasan 11 Inhale Come back up while stretching

the arms straight up with palms facing outward.

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12 Steps

Ashtang Namaskar

Suspend Lower the body and lie down, with only the chin, chest, and the knees touching the ground.

Pranamasana 12 Exhale Return to the primary pose with hands joined.

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