When I first did my Art of Living Happiness Program, my teacher Natasha Pratap asked all the participants to take a vow - "we would not miss our weekly Sudarshan Kriya practice with the group". I said yes with a "But". I told her I was travelling to Hong Kong on work and wouldn't be … Continue reading The Power Of a Community
Month: April 2024
Consistency over Intensity
I recently read the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. It is a best seller and here I outline a summary in my own words. The 3 foundational steps James Clear espouses are (a) Your Identity - The kind of person you wish to be (b) The Process (c) The outcomes. James Clear argues that … Continue reading Consistency over Intensity
Winning small but everyday
Small steps but consistently We are too often obsessed with big impact. However taking on something really small and being consistent can be more effective. The more important element is the process. Here is a diary I now maintain. All I aim for is 5-10 minutes of exercise first thing (most times). And in recent … Continue reading Winning small but everyday
Meditation is not for everyone
Becoming aware of the internal discomfort and then wanting to change the state from within is key
Shailesh Venkatesh 