YOGASATTVA

CELEBRATING ONE YEAR OF

JUNE 2018 ISSUE

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF THE YOGA INSTITUTE, INDIA
OLDEST ORGANISED YOGA CENTRE IN THE WORLD

YOGA
FOR ALL
DR. HANSAJI
JAYADEVA YOGENDRA

UNDERSTANDING
MENOPAUSE
DR. NITA DALAL

YOGA FOR
ALL WOMEN
MOTHER SITADEVI YOGENDRA

YOGA LIFE TYPIFIED

MOTHER SITADEVI
DR. JAYADEVA YOGENDRA

SUKSMA
VYAYAMA
YOGA TECHNIQUE
OF THE MONTH

INTERNATIONAL DAY
OF YOGA 2018
FEATURED
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YOGA
FOR ALL
DR. HANSAJI
JAYADEVA YOGENDRA

AN ART
4-5
OF BETTER
LIVING
SEEMA SHROFF 6
UNDERSTANDING YOGA LIFE TYPIFIED
MENOPAUSE -MOTHER SITADEVI

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DR. NITA DALAL DR. JAYADEVA YOGENDRA

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VYAYAMA 8 20
SUKSMA YOGA FOR
ALL WOMEN
YOGA TECHNIQUE MOTHER SITADEVI YOGENDRA
OF THE MONTH FIRST ISSUE OF
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21 Remembering
Mother Sitadevi on her
birth anniversary

SURVIVING TESTIMONIALS
MULTIPLE
SCLEROSIS (MS)
WITH FAITH
22-23
A TRUE STORY UPCOMING
ACTIVITIES
TRANSFORMATION
THROUGH YOGA
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 EDITOR’S NOTE

Y oga is a 5,000-year-old tradition from India that combines physical, mental and spiritual pursuits to achieve harmony of
the body and mind. At the behest of the our Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, on June 21 2015, the entire world
celebrated the 1st International Day of Yoga. PM rightly stated: "Yoga is an invaluable gift of India's ancient tradition. It
embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfilment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach
to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature”.

The Yoga Institute promotes Yoga with the modern approach to make the world understand the abundance of Indian practices,
inculcate among them the habit of compassion and regulate their minds through Yoga as lifestyle modification. Exclusively designed to
cope up with the changing times and suit hectic lifestyles, the Institute has simplified all techniques of Yoga by keeping the essence and
benefits of technique intact.

This IDY, make a pledge to discover the multi dimensions of this easy-to-do universal practice and
resolve to make Yoga a part of your peaceful, joyous, healthy, and holistic life. The Yoga Institute calls out
to people from all walks of life and from every corner of the world to join us in celebrating the 4th edition
of International Day of Yoga. On 21st June 2018, Yoga sadhakas of TYI will be conducting special Yoga
programs over 100 locations across the globe. In Mumbai, TYI will also be conducting Yoga sessions
following the Common Yoga Protocol at Mantralaya, along with other places.

To mark IDY 2018 and World Music Day, on 21st June, in collaboration with MP Cultural Ministry,
The Yoga Institute is a grand event Yognaad. It will be attended by over 10,000 yoga aspirants along with
eminent dignitaries from respective fields.

On the occasion of Mother Sitadevi’s birth anniversary on 1st June, we offer tribute to Smt. Sita Devi Yogendra, the the first woman
who learned and taught traditional Yoga to the homemakers.

The year has flown by and this June, 2018 is the First Anniversary issue of Yogasattva, a magazine covering the art and science of
living. A year ago, we began this blissful journey with the blessings of our Gurus Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra and Dr. Hansaji J Yogendra. We
extend gratitude to everyone for their love and support in form of wishes and blessings.

Continue simple living, easy breathing and happy reading!

Pranee H. Yogendra
Editor
 PEARLS OF
WISDOM

YOGA
FOR ALL
YOGA IS ALL-INCLUSIVE AND FOR EVERYONE. YOGA IS MORE FOR THE MIND AND
NOT THE SHAPELY FIGURE AS INTERPRETED BY MOST YOGA NOVICES. IT’S AN ART
OF LIVING WELL AND IN A HOLISTIC WAY. SO BE IT ON THE YOGA MAT OR OFF THE
YOGA MAT AIM FOR A BALANCED STATE OF MIND.

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I n life questions are countless, but the answer is Yoga. Yoga is not
confined to just doing exercises or some asanas that you perform in
a Yoga class. It is a balanced approach and a practice that is inclusive
of many aspects of one’s day-to-day routine. We at the Institute
emphasise AVAV (Ahar, Vichar, Achar, Vihar), the foundation pillars
which keeps us self-rooted. When all four are well taken care of, one can
govern everyday life better and pave the path to holistic health. Let’s take
a closer look-
Similarly, possession of potentials without the wisdom to use it
judiciously is akin to a monkey wielding a sword; harmful to the self as
well as others. Controlling our thoughts is hence the most efficient and
safest route to create a life of empowerment.
Thoughts and breath are intimately connected. Yogis discovered this
long ago and devised pranayama techniques to regulate the thought
process in a positive direction. Yogendraji simplified difficult pranayamas
so the common man could easily do it. Recommended - Yogendra
Pranayama I, II, III and IV can be safely practised by everyone.

Ahar or Yogic Diet

“Diet” plays an important role. It is said that 'as you eat, so shall you Achar or Daily Conduct/Routines
become'. The food we eat affects the Our daily conduct with the external
physical and mental condition. A world – which is, in fact, the first step
proper understanding of the of the 8-fold path i.e. Yamas –
philosophies of eating is crucial. Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truth),
Briefly, there are three categories of Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya
food in Yoga- Rajasic, Tamasic and (moderation in seeking pleasures),
Sattvic. Aparigraha (non-possessiveness).

Rajasic foods -They are usually Routines capture our essential

hot, spicy, pungent, sour and salty. activities and make them into daily
Rajasic foods excite the senses, agitate habits. They ensure we don’t waste
the mind, arouse anger, passion and our time being idle or doing
restlessness. A rajasic diet stimulates something of no value. Discipline
an overactive mind. keeps us focused on our path. Get up
early and go to bed on time. Maintain
Tamasic foods- Overcooked a regular walk, exercise or Yoga asana
foods, leftovers, stale foods such as practice to enhance vital capacity.
meat, fish, mushrooms, alcohol,
fermented foods, pastries, cakes etc.
such foods dull the mind and senses.
Vihar or Recreation
A tamasic diet induces sluggishness, Mental wellbeing is critical to overall
lethargy and laziness. physical health. The inclusion of
recreational activities in daily routine
Sattvic foods- A sattvic diet helps to manage stress. Taking time to
generally consists of fresh, organic nurture one’s self, delivers a sense of
seasonal fruits, green vegetables, balance and poise, this directly
whole grains, nuts, dairy products contributes to reducing daily anxiety
such as milk and ghee, beans, lentils, and depression. Cultivate a hobby,
plant-based oils, mildly sweet foods travel, learn to sing or dance, play
honey, molasses, coriander, ginger board games (snakes and ladder etc.),
and turmeric etc. The food is freshly tell jokes etc.
cooked, nutritive, and easy to digest.
This type of fibre-rich and pleasant - Yoga is all-inclusive and for everyone.
tasting food is favoured and highly recommended for Yoga practitioners. Yoga is more for the mind and not the shapely figure as interpreted by
A balanced sattvic diet aids the cause of holistic health and calms the most yoga novices. It’s an art of living well and in a holistic way. So be it
mind. on the yoga mat or off the yoga mat aim for a balanced state of mind.

Now how to eat your meals? Routines of eating Sattvic meals are just as
important. Today everyone is TV oriented while taking meals. There is no
sense of enjoying the meal. It has become mechanical. Family lunch and
dinner time should be encouraged. Eating should be a sacred act where
the whole family enjoys at least one meal together. Chew your food well.
Dining with a sattvic frame of mind is also important, i.e. wholly present
with gratitude in mind.

Vichar or Thoughts/ Thinking Dr. Hansaji

Jayadeva Yogendra
Like the thought, so the mind- Thinking is the deal maker or breaker. Our Director,
thoughts are the primary source of all creations and hence considered to The Yoga Institute.
be the most potent causative factor for the manifestation of all potentials.

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 FROM THE
TEACHER’S DIARY

W e are living in times where Life is moving at a frantic pace and it

An Art
takes quite a bit out of the individual to just keep up with it.
From meeting deadlines & achieving targets on one hand, to
juggling a fully active and kicking family on the other, just the thought of it
all can set anyone’s mind reeling. Not to mention the physical fatigue and
inertia that come in a platter along with it!

How is one supposed to cope with Life’s idiosyncrasies and at challenging

times how does one combat interpersonal relationships along with facing
and coping to Life’s various roller coaster rides. And above all keep calm as
well as maintain Health & Fitness. Well, the answer is simple - Svadhyaya.
Sva means Self, Adhyaya means Study. Yoga suggests this unique concept
of Self Realization through Self Study.
of Better
Living
• Extend Gratitude to the Lord.
This constant Reflection invariably gives way to Self Realization of what
you are up to and the direction you have to proceed.

And how and where does one start?
Before embarking towards the path of Self Realization, one must be
familiar with the practices of the yogasanas and pranayamas so that the
body as well as the mind get Strengthened. Once this is done, the awareness
for more gynan arises.
The River of ‘ Life’ flows all around us. The way our Life progresses,
depends to a great extent, on what we take from this River! A person on a
path of Introspection will derive tremendous powers to draw the best
from this river. ‘AWARENESS’ is the thumb rule and ‘PRACTICE’ the
catch word, along with Living Life with a Positive mind! Those who have
cultivated a Positive Attitude are those who function well in life, enjoy
harmonious relationships, and maintain a high degree of efficiency at
work! So let's start today itself to introspect, gather the pieces of your Life,
maintain your inner peace and make your Life a Masterpiece! A gram of
practice is worth a ton of theory!
As Ma Hansaji always says,
Yoga is a journey Of The Self, To The Self, Through
the Self.
Happy & Blessed Journey!

• Everyday without fail be vigilant of the Quality, Quantity &

Direction of your thoughts.
• Four times a day, take out time and close your eyes for 1-2 minutes &
observe your breath. Gradually increase the time.
• Every night before sleeping close your eyes and reflect your day’s
routine, without evaluating.
• After completing this, evaluate your day. reflect on all the good things
that happened and all the things that got you happiness and
satisfaction.
• Now reflect on all the things that you were unhappy & brooded, of
things which made you angry and react negatively. Be mindful of not Seema Shroff
repeating this attitude the next day.
• Now plan your next day . Keep a backup plan ready, if things don’t
happen accordingly you desire, you are ready with alternate options.
• Accept Change & have Faith & Patience.
• Read scriptures & associate with like minded people.

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YogaMD

Understanding Menopause
L et us know more about menopause and embracing maturity. So
what is menopause? Menopause is that period of time in our lives
when the periods finally stop. You’re not going to be termed
menopausal till there are no periods for one year. For an Indian woman,
the average age of menopause is 47 years.
Some changes which you will notice immediately are– hair fall, facial hair,
shrunken breasts, dry and wrinkled skin. There is decrease in the desire
for sex during menopause, due to low estrogen levels. In few cases, it has
been found that women feel the need to get intimate but vaginal dryness
hinders. Creams and lubrication suggested by doctors can help. Weight
gain and change in shape is another problem. Most of the weight shifts
Menopause does not occur suddenly; it’s a gradual process. For 3 to 5 from the hip and to the abdomen. This can be controlled through regular
years before menopause, most women will get some symptoms. Itchy, exercise, walking, Yoga etc. Moreover, Osteoporosis, weakening of the
bitchy, sweaty, sleepy, bloated, forgetful and psycho; now that sounds bones can set in. When young, with proper healthy diet and exercise
terrible. But let us understand them- routine, our body receives fait amount of calcium and vitamin D and
Change in your period cycle: Missing your period for more than bones become stronger. At menopausal stage, body starts withdrawing
sixty days, i.e. you have missed two-period cycles. This indicates the end the same back from the bones. Calcium supplements and ample of
of pre-menopause stage. sunlight early morning or evening
helps. Urinary tract infections are
also prevalent during menopause
Hot flushes: You get tired easily phase with an increase in frequent
and also get drenched in sweat urge to urinate.
within five to ten minutes of any
physical activity.
Menopause can be divided
into -
Night sweats: Women may also
Premature menopause: When a
experience night sweats which
woman hits the menopause in her
interrupt their sleep cycle. If you
early forties, it is referred to as
frequently experience these
premature menopause. Since
symptoms, avoid spicy foods before
menopause ends the period of
bedtime, avoid hot and humid
fertility, women who want to get
temperatures. Doing Yogendra
pregnant at a later age cannot
pranayama or deep breathing
conceive.
exercises will offer relief from this
condition.
Surgical menopause: A woman
whose ovaries have been surgically
Dryness in vagina: Since removed will hit menopause.
there is less production of estrogen Commonly referred to as
hormones, the vaginal area may oophorectomy, this process is
become thin, itchy and dry. When combined with hysterectomy,
you get intimate, you may feel discomfort, ache and pain. Ointments, removal of uterus.
lubricants and moisture–based jelly will help to relieve the problem.
Post-menopause: In this phase the symptoms start to reduce. But due
Mood swings: We all experience mood swings, the day our to low estrogen levels, other health conditions may develop. These
menstrual cycle starts. But during the transition to menopause, the mood commonly include osteoporosis and heart diseases. Women may
swings scenario can get severe. Family empathy and support will be experience high energy levels but its best to eat right, exercise well and
crucial to help curb them. safeguard against other health conditions.

Forgetfulness: It becomes a little harder to remember simple things,

like losing home/car keys, forgetting names and trouble focusing etc.
Yogic reflection techniques help to improve the memory.

Menopause -
This marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycle and fertility period.
During this stage, the ovaries do not produce estrogen and progesterone
hormones. Menopause starts only after the periods have stopped for a Dr. Nita Dalal
year. In some instances, women may menstruate even after reaching 51 (President-
Indian Menopause Society,
years of age. Some can stop menstruating as early as 40 years. But only a
Mumbai Chapter)
few women hit menopause at the age of 60, but the numbers are meagre.

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 YOGA TECHNIQUE
OF THE MONTH

SUKSMA VYAYAMA
Postures for Head and Neck
All these practices are excellent if you are working on computers for long
or have a desk job. They can be done sitting at the desk itself, but it is
always better to stand if you can.These form the first in the three series of
warm-up practices for everyone before commencing an asana session.
Starting position for all variations:
1.Standing: Stand with your feet slightly apart or at a one foot distance.
2.Sitting: Sit erect on a straight back chair without arms. In case you do
not have a straight back chair without arms, sit firmly on the edge of the
chair taking care you do not topple over.
Hold your head straight and hands at your sides or on the thighs.
Remember to keep your abdomen tucked in (not constricted) and
shoulders squared so that an erect posture is maintained.

VARIATION 01 VARIATION 02 VARIATION 03 VARIATION 04

1. As you inhale, gently allow
your head to drop towards your
right shoulder without lifting
your shoulder.
2. Exhaling, bring it back to the
centre. Drop it to the left
shoulder in the same way and
return to the centre.
1. While inhaling, tilt your head
backwards as far as you can
without moving your shoulders
or the body and gaze upwards
and backwards at the ceiling.
2. While exhaling, bring your
head down towards your throat,
tucking your chin in to the throat
cavity.
3. Inhaling, return to the centre.
1. Inhaling, turn your head to
look far right and behind.
Exhaling, return to centre.
2. Repeat on the other side.
All the following steps are done
in one gentle continuous motion.
1. Inhaling, drop your head to
the right, taking it back rotating
your head from right to left to
reach your left shoulder side and
as you exhale, your head returns
up straight. Please note that
there is no forward bending of
your head. Repeat starting from
the opposite side. This is a
clockwise and anti-clockwise
rotation of the head.

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FEATURED
ACTIVITY

21JUNE
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA 2018

T he Yoga Institute calls out to people from all walks of life

and from every corner of the world to join us in
celebrating the 4th edition of International Day of Yoga.
On 21st June 2018, Yoga sadhakas of TYI will be conducting
special Yoga programs across the globe. In Mumbai, TYI will also
To mark IDY 2018 and World Music Day, on 21st June, in
collaboration with MP Cultural Ministry, The Yoga Institute is
hosting a grand event Yognaad. It will be attended by over 10,000
Yoga aspirants along with eminent dignitaries from respective
fields.
be conducting Yoga sessions following the Common Yoga
Protocol at Mantralaya, along with special Yoga programs to cater In association with Ministry of Ayush, the institute is also hosting
to people of all age groups, religions, nationalities and social special Yoga camps from 21st May to 21st June 2018 over 50
backgrounds at over 150 locations including studios, schools, districts in India to spread the awareness of Yoga.
hospitals, juvenile centers, jails, old age homes, special children
centers, government organisations, corporate offices, open
spaces and more.

ANNAM BRAHMA - FOOD IS GOD

D espite significant economic progress, India is home to

about 25% of the world's hungry population. India has
the highest number of undernourished people in the
world. In our country, it is impossible for many to get one square
meal a day. Thousands of people live below the poverty line for
The Yoga Institute’s Annam Brahma initiative ensures that no
poor or underprivileged goes hungry. The Program is focused
towards distributing nutritious and fresh, healthy vegetarian food
to poor, needy and hungry people. Our daily food distribution
regimen is designed to be smooth and efficient throughout 365
whom getting any food is a task. There are many dying of hunger days a year.
and thirst.
Be the change that you want to see in this world!
The Yoga Institute welcomes them as guests to serve them
Annam Brahma.

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 TRANSFORMATION
THROUGH YOGA

Surviving
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (MS)
with faith
A TRUE STORY

T oday, at the age of 35 years, I can safely say that I am

surviving MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (MS) with faith.

I have been an intelligent individual, good at sports, arts, craft and

The process was long and also involved money, human resources
and physiotherapy. My parents and doctors were my support
system. My condition started to improve slowly with the care and
positive encouragement they gave me.
extracurricular activities. Being a sincere student, I completed my
schooling and college with distinction, opted for Interior The ordeal didn't end as I got divorced. I could not meet my child
Designing and pursued my career. for quite some time. He
was made to believe that
I got married at the age of his mom left him and went
23 and two years into the away, which was not true.
marriage, I conceived. I My confidence was
couldn't have been happier shattered and I was
when I delivered a healthy suffering and sad. I also
baby boy. After my son got a squinty look.
turned 1 year, I started to
notice that my hand would However, after becoming
shiver occasionally and I 60% well, I decided to do
was unable to hold a glass something worthwhile
of water straight. I also with my life and started
started getting double working. Most people gave
vision and frequently lost sympathy, but The Yoga
my balance. The doctor advised to get the MRI done, and I was Institute gave me my life back. And today I am sitting with Mrs.
diagnosed with MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS. Desai, the oldest member of The Institute helping her out with
the Institute work. Unbelievable for me, I am working in the
Still in shock, my condition started worsening and my in-laws office for 8 hrs. It is an amazing place, giving a fantastic positive
persuaded me to undergo Homeopathy treatment for the and fulfilling feeling. Things were slow, but with steady support
problem. Though I continued with homoeopathic medicine for and faith started feeling better.
three years, my condition worsened day-by-day.
I used to think my life was perfect; “it was actually perfect on the outside and
My husband dropped me at my parents’ house under the pretext not the inside.”
that I should be taking rest and vacation. My parents were gravely
concerned and opted for allopathic treatment after carefully I learnt a lot at the Institute, and the main thing was having faith in
researching about MS and meeting various specialists. the larger process at work. I am a lot calmer in mind today. TYI
gave me a reason to live. I look forward to getting up every day and
An excellent neurologist suggested proper rest, correct diet, being come to the Institute for volunteer work. It gives me a good
peaceful in mind, along with it Avonex injections one per week. reason to get up every day.

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TYI NEWS
HEADLINES

The Yoga Institute, in association with Ministry of Ayush & CCRYN, conducted a Free Workshop for Women
aged 40+, which was attended by 100’s of women.

Women learning Yoga techniques for menopause.

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 TYI NEWS
HEADLINES

AYUSH Minister, Shri Shripad Yesso Naik recently visited The Yoga Institute to meet Yoga Guru
Dr. Hansaji and share some Yogic insights.

Dr. Hansaji at Bhaichara Mahotsav 2018, an initiative by Devendra Bhai Ji.

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TYI NEWS
HEADLINES

Shri Rajrajeshwar Guruji sharing his wisdom with the TYI sadhakas.

1 month TTC students felicitation on successfully completing the course.

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 TYI NEWS
HEADLINES

Inauguration
of The Yoga
Institute’s
Powai
Centre

The Yoga Institute, Powai

C - 308, Kailas Business Park,
Hiranandani Link Road, Powai,
Mumbai.

Dr. Hansaji along with our Sadhaka Shri Rahul Ramola cutting the ribbon to inaugurate Powai centre.

Dr. Hansaji giving an inaugural speech at our newly openend Powai Centre.

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TYI NEWS
HEADLINES

A holistic journey of Yoga begins for 980th batch of 7 days health camp.

Yoga session by Naina Rathod at Vagad Kala Kendra.

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 TYI NEWS
HEADLINES

Children attend
Yoga summer camp at
The Yoga Institute.

YOGASATTVA 16
TYI NEWS
HEADLINES

The Yoga Institute teaches Mumbaikars Yoga at Equal Streets.

Students from Rangoonwala Foundation play conceptual games to learn Yogic concepts.

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 Yoga Life Typified
Mother Sitadevi
T housands of people worldwide
continue to benefit from the
pioneering work of Founder of
The Yoga Institute, Shri Yogendraji, in a
large measure due to the love, devotion and
unswerving loyalty of his life partner.
Fondly known as Mother, Smt. Sitadevi
married Shri Yogendraji in 1927. An
unconventional pairing, a young Kannada
speaking teenager from Bangalore, married
a six-foot-tall, English and Gujarati
speaking wrestler and Yogi.
Leaving her family behind, she went with
Shri Yogendraji, to live 2000 kms away to
Bulsar, Gujarat. It was a new experience
and path unknown. Mother was sincere,
honest and hardworking. She quickly picked up the bits and pieces
of the new language. Thus began the incredible journey.
The young bride’s Yoga conduit was not easy, instances like -
when her father passed away, but she was unable to visit her
family. Then, complications during second childbirth left her
body thin and frail. A little-known fact during her second
childbirth post-delivery her bleeding wasn’t stopping even the
doctors gave up and informed Shri Yogendraji that she had little
time left. Founder went in and said to mother “We have lots of
work to do, get up” and as if by magic he transferred ‘prana’ to her
body and she was well. Doctors were shocked!
After that, it was no looking back. Mother Sitadevi joined her
husband in his mission of spreading the knowledge of Yoga in
the world. Shri Yogendraji trained and prepared her to take up a
unique journey of Yoga.
Love for Yoga and teaching forged a rare bond, and both became
the pillar of strength and inspiration for each other. After that, she
managed the affairs of the Institute successfully for more than 65
years.
The credit of teaching Yoga to women goes to her. Breaking the
stereotype, she became the first woman who learned and taught
traditional Yoga to the homemakers. The Yoga Institute
flourished under her tutelage.
She was the Secretary and Treasurer of the Institute and was in-
charge of the ladies’ section. She has written many articles and
books on the subject. She wrote for the esteemed Journal of the
Institute and authored several books
including –“Easy Postures for Women.”
Her book Yoga Physical Education for
Women is preserved in the Crypt of
Civilization, (to be opened 6000 years
later.)
Accolades and recognition naturally
followed - The Queen of Kooch-Bihar and
Kawasji Jahangir’s wife also awarded her
with the title of ‘Mother.’ She travelled
around the globe to various countries the
USA, Australia, Germany, France etc. to
share her insights about Yoga for women.
She was invited as the guest speaker at the
prestigious New York World Fair on behalf
of the World Health Federation.
Mother Sita’s invaluable contribution to Yoga learning, education
and research for women is unmatched to date. She had the
courage and determination to aspire a generation of Yoga
women.
Mother Sitadevi dedicated her entire life to spreading the noble
cause of Yoga goodness to everyone. The founder paid homage
to mother on several occasions saying, “Without Sita, the
Institute’s work would not have been possible.”
She was a kind soul always ready to lend an empathic ear and to
give a helping hand to anyone in need. Just like a mother with
utmost care, lovingly guiding everyone who came to her.
Her life embodied Yoga, love, care and self-sacrifice for societal
welfare. Mother Sitadevi passed away in 2008 at the age of 97.
Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra,
Former President,
The Yoga Institute.
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 REMEMBERING
GREAT YOGIS
Y oga represents the noblest cultural achievement of man
which is not a result of unbalanced emotionalism or of
empiric ventures at self-realization but the positive
endowment of a scientific training and living. There is nothing
dubious or mystic about Yoga because
like any exact science its practices are
based upon the unchangeable Laws of
Nature and are therefore, open to
precise scientific evaluation.
Yoga is multifarious (yoga hi bahudha)
–an art a science, a philosophy, a culture
and to a few, religion –all in unison. Any
reference to Yoga must symbolize the
integrated whole and not any part of it.
How this unification of art with
science, of philosophy with culture and
of both these with the yoga way of life
was achieved by Hathayoga deserves
emphasis because of its special
significance to woman.
We are also definitely informed that
Yoga can be practiced both by men as
well as women of any caste of religious
belief. In a passage quoted in the
Mahabharata, it is further assured that
Yoga does not bar married men or even
women from undertaking its study. On
YOGA FOR ALL WOMEN
the contrary, the authority boldly asserts that Yoga is not limited to
only a chaste women (dharmakanksini) but that even a prostitute
(vargrivaknari) can also take to its study and thus attain the highest
aim of life (paramam gatim) by following the practical course
recommended by Hathayoga.
It is thus clear that the misunderstanding which, unfortunately, still
seems to persist in this respect is quite ill-founded. And, further, by
contrast, it proves most certainly that the study of practical Yoga can
be undertaken successfully by one and all, and that at any rate there is
no bar against women, or married women, or – for that matter even a
harlot.
Ancient authorities on practical Yoga unanimously agreed that Lord
Shiva, the King of yogins (yogirajamsivam), disclosed the science of
Yoga first to his beloved wife Parvati. It is immaterial to the present
issue whether this is pure mythology or history for the fact remains
that it was a woman who was the first to be initiated in Yoga. Again,
from a purely chronological point of view in actual history, we have
the added proof that both Maitreyi and Gargi were initiated by and
thus shared the knowledge of Yoga with their illustrious husband
Yogi Yajnavalkya. Innumerable status of yoginis like Tara engraved
side by side with those of Buddha and other Yoga masters
conclusively prove that, even in the initial stages of Yoga culture, the
technique was available to and followed equally by both men and
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women. Our view of the equality of status for both sexes in the study
of Yoga has been aided by Tibetan and other records, that women
actually instructed, in the past, some of the great Yoga teachers.
To quote a recent instance, the great-grandmaster of my own
practical yoga teacher, His Holiness
Paramhamsa Madhavadasaji (1798-
1921 A.D), was a woman who was
considered to be an adept in the science
of Yoga. Incidentally, it may also be
revealed that the first student I was
called up on initiate by and in the
presence of His Holiness in 1917, at
Matheran Hills, was a Young Girl. I
could not say whether this was intended
as a test, but I know that the ways of the
Master are subtle.
Moreover, during his lifetime and often
in the very presence of His Holiness,
we had not a few occasions to initiate
and instruct many women in the study
of Yoga practices; and that catholic
principle has all along been maintained
and carried on by The Yoga Institute
both in India, America and its
extension service centers
Yoga is non-sectarian and its application or study is not restricted to
any particular sex or section of Humanity. That there have not been
many women well acquainted with Yoga is no excuse for doubt or for
limitations, since, as in every other art and science, women have been
victims to men’s greed for power in every age, country and
community.
It was no sheer accident that I was initiated on the path of Yoga. It
was a deliberate choice to make the worldly life compatible with the
teachings of Yoga in my prime youth, with all amenities of modern
life within my reach, I decided to dedicate my life to Yoga.
Mother Sitadevi
Yogendra
RECIPE
OF THE MONTH

TACOS - Homemade, Healthy and Heavenly

Obsessed with tacos? Set the dinner table up for a Taco night with this delicious healthy recipe using simple
everyday ingredients! Stuffed with all the goodness of beans in leftover whole wheat rotis, this makes a light
and delicious meal option for all in a jiffy.

Serves: Makes 8-10 Tacos

Ingredients Directions
For the Taco shells • Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
• Poke holes in the phulkas using a fork and brush them lightly with
oil on both sides.
• 6-8 leftover phulkas/rotis/chappatis (Indian unleavened whole
• Place the phulkas over the oven racks and bake at 120°C for about
wheat bread)
5-7 min.
• 1-2 tsp of oil
• The phulka tacos will become crisp on cooling.
• Mix together all the ingredients of the filling along with the potato
For the Filling wedges.
• Cup full of Baked Potato Wedges (Toss the potato wedges in oil, • Mix the ingredients for the dressing.
salt, pepper and herbs, place them in an oven preheated to 200°C, • Fill each taco, dress them up and serve.
bake for about 30-40 minutes or until golden brown and crisp with
occasional tossing.)
• 1/2 cup cooked black eyed peas (or black beans)
• 3/4 cup boiled corn kernels
• 3/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander
• Salt to taste

For the dressing

• 2-3 tbsp grated cottage cheese
• 1 tbsp homemade ketchup
• Lemon juice as required
• Lettuce adds a nice crunch too

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 TESTIMONIALS

The experience has been very fulfilling as we face so much stress at work and home
SUNIL PARAB but we have little time to focus on their health. I am so eager to learn more stretches,
BMC OFFICER asanas, pranayamas and kriyas too. The Yoga Institute’s positive approach and
response gives a boost to me to spread the awareness of fitness and wellbeing by
teaching Yoga, a way of life. I have learnt a lot in bargain.

The Yoga Institute is one such

RAZA MURAD
place which has been quietly and
BOLLYWOOD ACTOR
selflessly working for the past 100
years for the welfare of society.
Dr.Jayadeva who had been the
President of the Institute was a
remarkable person. Few words
about Dr Jayadevaji- “He was a real
yogi and karma yogi. He was a God-
sent gift to benefit people of this
world. He lived his life for others.

“
He was responsible for infusion of
Bhavas with Yoga and introducing
Yo g a t o s c h o o l s a n d Yo g a
education to the entire nation. He
used to speak very less and always
had a gentle smile on his face.” My
best wishes to The Yoga Institute
who is on the verge of 100 years
completion.
VARSHA GALA
TEACHER AT THE YOGA
INSTITUTE

Joining one month ttc at The Yoga institute brought new meaning to my
life.Something shifted from within and i felt complete, confident and loving.The
Yoga institute stands out for its authentic approach to Yoga Without compromising
on the essence of Yoga it provides depth of knowledge which has given me a greater
insight into traditional Yoga and virtues which are very relevant in today's modern
life. Working now as a teacher in one month ttc for Hatha Yoga, I am just a
messenger to pass on the exceptional teachings of Dr. Jayadeva and Dr. Hansaji.
Learning from them left deep impression on my mind and soul. It's been an amazing
journey and I know it's just the beginning.

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TESTIMONIALS

They say home is heaven but for me “The Yoga Institute” is heaven. The vibes and JASMEET CHABBRA
the energy that are at this places makes me want to stay here forever. You never feel
STUDENT FROM OMAN
alone here even if you are sitting by yourself. The most exciting time of the day is
when you get to read the “Thought of the day” for some reason it always speaks to
you. The talks that Hansaji maa gives are very motivating and practical, one can
always relate to them. I feel blessed to be a part of “The Yoga Institute”.

PUSHA SHAH
SADHAKA
I was just 21 years old when I was
watching morning transmission
o n T V. Ye a r s b a c k s u c h
programmes were shown like
aerobics, gymnastics etc. One day
I saw yoga for better living by
Hansaji. I was so much impressed
by her oratory skills. I was a
negative person, every thing I
thought was negative. One day
address of institute appeared and
“
I joined the very next day. I started
coming for my asana class then
did my 7 months Ttc. I rejoined
the institute after almost 2
decades and was welcomed with
joy by Hansaji. Today I'm back at
home with my family.

B.Y. ANGADI
SADHAKA

Since last five months I have been attending Yoga classes conducted by The Yoga
Institute at Thakur Complex. I have incorporated Yoga as a part of my daily
routine. This has really helped me in many ways. I am feeling more healthier & fit.
Besides losing excess fat this has helped me in channelizing my energy and better
focus on my whole day activities. The Yoga Institute is one of the oldest institute
imparting yogic training in the world. They teach traditional yogas consisting of
asanas, pranayamas, kriyas & yogic techniques. Their all teachers are well trained
and they have gone through rigorous teachers training course in the Yoga Institute
itself. I see many interns going through internship of 2-3 weeks along with me
during my classes. Overall I would say it’s a great experience which really gives
exercise to body as well as mind feeling rejuvenated and fresh.

YOGASATTVA 23
 TYI MONTHLY PLANNER
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

Sr. No. Camp Date Time Description

1 1 Year TTC (Advanced Starting on Monday to Friday Offered in Hindi, this course covers
Teachers Training Course - 01/06/2018 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Asanas, Pranayama, Kriyas, Bhavas,
QCI - LEVEL II) and attitude training, counselling, public
(Hindi) Sunday- 9:30 am to 10:30 am speaking, methodology of teaching,
practice teaching, essentials of anatomy &
physiology, Yoga Sutra and Samkhya
Philosophy.

2 7 Months TTC Starting on Monday to Saturday - Offered in English, this course covers
(Advanced Teachers 01/06/2018 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Asanas, Pranayama, Kriyas, Bhavas,
Training Course - QCI - and attitude training, counselling, public
LEVEL II) Sunday- 9:30 am -10:30 am speaking, methodology of teaching,
(English) practice teaching, essentials of anatomy &
physiology, Yoga Sutra and Samkhya
Philosophy.

3 1 Month TTC (Instructor’s Starting on Monday to Saturday Offered in English, this course is best
Course - QCI- LEVEL I) 01/06/2018 -10:00 am - 6:00 pm suited for individuals who wish to teach
(English) and Yoga to school students and young adults
Sunday- 9:30 am to 10:30 am who have no health problems. An intensive
Yoga teacher's training that introduces
both, the theoretical and -the practical
aspects of Yoga.

4 21 Days Better Living 01/06/2018 - Morning batch (English): Monday Ideal for individuals who have no major
Course 21/06/2018 to Friday: 7:20 am to 8:35 am health problems, who wish to experience
Evening batch (Hindi): Monday the yogic lifestyle to feel rejuvenated and
to Friday: 6:20 pm to 7:35 pm fresh.
Saturdays (Common): 7:20 am to
8:35 am
Sundays (Common): 9:30 am to
11.30 am

5 Weight Management 02/06/2018 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Learn how to manage your weight
Camp permanently through a holistic approach.

6 Diabetes Camp 03/06/2018 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Yoga has much to offer in management of
Diabetes. Come and experience it for
yourself.

7 Swadhyaya - Level 1 06/06/2018- 9:30 am - 5:00 pm This is a 5- day workshop aimed at training
(English) 10/06/2018 ourselves to be aware of our thought
processes, control them and thereby
harness our own latent potentials.

8 Respiratory Camp 09/06/2018 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Learn how to manage asthma, bronchitis,
common cold, cough and sinusitis with
simple Asanas, Pranayamas and right diet.

9 Stress Management Camp 10/06/2018 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Learn how to not let stress negatively
impact your work and health.

10 Meditation Camp 16/06/2018 9:30 am - 5:30 pm All the techniques of classical Yoga of
Patanjali aim to create more awareness in an
individual which helps him to discover the
self shining forth in one's own true nature.
Recent research has proven that meditating
regularly changes the brainwaves for the
better.

YOGASATTVA 24
TYI MONTHLY PLANNER
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

Sr. No. Camp Date Time Description

11 Pregnancy Camp for Ante 16/06/2018 - 9:30 am - 5:30 pm This 2-days camp enables the would-be-
& Post Natal 17/06/2018 mother to accept the coming event of
motherhood cheerfully and prepares her
without fear or misgivings.

The camp will consist of Asanas,

12 Free Yoga Camp at Rotary 16/06/2018 4 pm - 6 pm Pranayamas and guidelines on yogic
Club Bombay West lifestyle.

This workshop helps one to understand the

13 Emo – Energy 17/06/2018 9:30 am - 5:00 pm relation of emotions and energy levels
Balancing through simple games and other fun filled
activities. This further helps simplify the
process of stress management.

Free Yoga Camp at Rotary 21/06/2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am The camp will consist of Asanas,
Club Bombay West Pranayamas and guidelines on yogic
14 lifestyle.

Orthopaedic Camp 24/06/2018 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Manage back, joint disorders like cervical
spondylitis, low back pain, slipped disc,
15 frozen shoulder, knee conditions, arthritis
and such other problems through simple
and effective yogic techniques.

16 7 Days Health Camp 23/06/2018 – 7:00 am - 7:30 pm Offered in English, it is an experiential

29/06/2018 introductory course to Yoga theory and
practice where one can experience a yogic
way of life. This camp will help the campers
to incorporate yogic ideals in daily life.

17 Regular Classes for Men Monday, 6:30 am, 7:30 am, The hourly classes are scheduled for all
Tuesday, 1:00 pm, 5:30 pm, those who wish to incorporate Yoga as a
Thursday and 6:25 pm part of their daily routine. They consist of
Friday Asanas, Pranayamas, Kriyas and guidelines
on yogic lifestyle. Students can enrol on any
Regular Classes for Women Monday, 6:30 am, 7:30 am, 8:30 am, day of the month.
Tuesday, 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 12:00
Thursday and noon, 1:00 pm, 2: 00 pm, 3:00 pm,
Friday 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm,
6:00 pm, 7:00 pm

18 Weekend Classes Saturday and 8:00 am - 9:30 am, The duration of the class is one and half
Sunday 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm (Saturday), hour. Each class is planned for those who
8: 00 am - 9:30 am, wish to practice Yoga but can't spare time
10:30 am - 12:00 noon (Sunday) on weekdays due to their busy schedule.

19 Children's Classes Monday, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Yoga is for everybody - even children. The
Tuesday, one hour class focuses on teaching children
Thursday and Asanas and yogic techniques that will help
Friday them channelise their energy and focus on
their studies better.
Children’s Weekend Saturday and 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Classes Sunday

YOGASATTVA 25
 TYI MONTHLY PLANNER
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

Sr. No. Camp Date Time Description

20 Satsang Every Sunday 9:30 am - 10:30am In Sanskrit 'Sat' means 'truth' and 'sang'
(Free- open to all) together. In this interactive, one hour
session conducted by Dr. Hansaji, we try
to understand the meaning and reality of
life based on various topics related to Yoga
and well being. Topics for the month of
June are as follows:
३/६ भारत के संत
10/6 Attachment
१७/६ सकारा क सोच
24/6 Maun

21 Parisamvada Monday, 6: 25 pm A 30 minute Question & Answer session

(Free- open to all) Tuesday, with Dr. Hansaji on Yoga philosophy,
Thursday and lifestyle management, psychology and
Friday various psychosomatic problems.

A prerequisite for some of the courses, this

session is like an induction into the Yoga
way of life. These are personal counselling
sessions with relevant medical experts on
specific health problems of the individual.

22 Samatvam Every Saturday 1:30 pm - 5pm The 3 hour program focuses on individual
guidance for Life Management and is
recommended for all individuals wishing to
learn Yoga for relief from health ailments,
for a stress free life and for general fitness.

The session consists of a lecture by Dr.

Hansaji Jayadeva Yog endra, about
implementing Yoga in daily life. Besides
individual interaction, the session includes
consultation with a panel of medical
practitioners and experienced yoga
counsellors. Certain Yogic techniques Yoga
practices are also taught to those who are
unable to attend classes.

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 Shri Yogendraji - Father of
Modern Yoga Renaissance
Nationalism alike individual religion is narrowness in its broader
sense. Let us refuse to be called Hindus, Christians, Muslims,
Buddhists or anything else that suffers from sectarian propaganda.
Let us rather be called Man first and last. Let us not invent more
words to divide humanity and fight over; Let us do away with being
called Asiatics, Europeans, Americans or Whatever be our
nationalities; let us for once and all be called human being and be
treated as such.

The role of Yoga, as conceived in the ancient times, is to give relief

to suffering humanity, to solve human problems, to sublimate
human beings, and finally to bestow peace and absoluteness to the
individual and through him to the society. Further, that the system
of Yoga is archaic, that it is comprehensive, that it has stood the test
of time, that it endows the benefits it claims to the individual who
applies it, and finally that it is still likely to be of much use to
humanity are the only basic factors seriously accepted on all sides by
persons interested in Yoga.

“Yoga is experiential
knowledge and not
make believe illusion.”
FOUNDER, SHRI YOGENDRAJI

YOGASATTVA JUNE 2018 ISSUE

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