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About Us
About Foundation of Life
The FOUNDATION OF LIFE is a training course based on
scientific principles. It is comprehensive and the various branches of
learning have been drawn from modern and ancient sciences as well as humanities.
The emphasis is on practical training and regular practice. The theoretical
studies, however, are included in the syllabus, mainly in order to comprehend
the fundamental theories and hypotheses made use of in the practical exercise.
Now days we face so many psychosomatic diseases, that scientists have
proved that psychological stress could have a disastrous effect on the
physical health.
Health is defined as state of complete physical, mental, social and
spiritual wellbeing.
Foundation of life is a science of right living and, as such, is intended
to be incorporated in daily life. It works on all aspect of the person:
the physical, mental, social and spiritual.
The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit word “yuj” which
means the union of the Individual Self with the Almighty Self.
Sage Patanjali said :
“Yog Chit Vritti Nirodh.” chit stand
for consciouness, which is made up of mind (manas), intellect
(buddhi) and ego (ahamkara).
Ashtanga Yoga
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Yama
(Social discipline) they are 5 in number:
Ahimsa (non-violence),
Satya (truthfullness),
Asteya (non-stealing),
Aparigraha(not to possess beyond bare minimum needs),
Brahmcharya(celibacy).
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Niyama
(Self discipline)They are 5 in number:
Shaucha (purity),
Santosha (contentment),
Tapas (austerity),
Swadhyaya (study of the Self and the scriptures),
Ishwarpranidhan(total surrender to the will of God).
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Asana (Postures)
"Sthir Sukhm Asana." According
to Sage Patanjali any posture which can be maintained comfortably
is called an asana. There are many asanas in yoga; each asana
having its own importance. Broadly asanas can be classified
under the following headings:
(a) Sitting posture asanas- common amongst them
are Siddhasana, Padm asana. Vajra asana, Paschimottan asana, Gomukh
asana, Ushtra asana.
(b) Standing posture asanas- common amogst them
are Padhast asana, Trikon asana, Kon asana, Tad asana, Urdhhastotan
asana, Katichakra asana.
(c) Lying on back asanas- common amongst them
are Uttanpad asana, Matsya asana, Setubandh asana, Nauka asana,
Sarvang asana, Hal asana, Pavanmukta asana.
(d) Lying on abdomen asanas- common amongst them
are Bhujang asana, Salabh asana, Dhanur asana, Sarp asana.
(e) Inverted postures- Sirsh asana, Vrishchik
asana.
(f) Relaxation postures- Shav asana, Shashank
asana.
(g) Meditative posture- Siddh asana, Padm asana,
Vajra asana, Swastik asana, Sukh asana.
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Pranayama
(control of the vital energy)
It is also called as the heart of yoga.
Pranayama is the fourth limb of Yoga. It is also called as the Heart
of Yoga.
The word Pranayama consists of two words Prana and Apana.
The word Prana stands for the vital energy which is present with
in each one of us. In gross terms, it can be understood as the
Breath. Ayama stands for the regulation, control, to stretch
or to extend.
The first thing what a person does when he is born is that he breathes-in.
The entire life of the person is revolved between breathing in
and breathing out.
The last thing what a person does when he dies is that he breathes-out.
Pranayama is a technique which helps in regulation, control
or direction of the breath.
Pranayama consists of 3 components:
(A) Inhalation (Puraka)
(B) Retention (Kumbhaka)
(C) Exhalation (Rechaka)
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Pratyahara
(withdrawal of the senses)
(See under yoga Philosophy and stress management)
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Dharana (Concentration)
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Dhyana (Meditation)
Meditation is the seventh component of Yoga. It is a state of "restful
alertness." Meditation is a process of reducing the number
of thoughts by concentrating the mind. It helps to understand one's
true nature and to reduce tension, stress, worry and anxiety.
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Samadhi (Superconscious
state)
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According to Saga Patanjali
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“Tasmin Sati Shvas Prshvas Yor Gati Vichedah
Pranayama”(Chapter-2 Sutra-49,Yog Darshan)
“Pranayama is the regulation of the incoming and
outgoing flow of breath” It is to be done only after the practitioner
has seated himself in a posture which he can easily and comfortably maintain
for a reasonable length of time.
“Bahya Abhyantara Stambha vrittih
desh kaal sankyabhi paridrishto deergh sukshma” (Chapter-2 Sutra-50
,Yog Darshan)
“Pranayama consists of inhalation, exhalation
and retention. They could be lengthy or subtle. The movement of which
are regulated according to time, place and number.”
“Tat shiyate prakash avaranam “
“Pranayama removes the veil covering the light of knowledge and
heralds the dawn of wisdom”
“Dharanasu ch yogyata manas “
“The mind becomes fit for concentration.”
It has been said in Vyasa Bhashya :
“There is no grater Tapas (Austerity) than Pranayama. It washes away
the impurities and leads to real knowledge."
Today Yoga is a very important therapy in Stress Management.
Stress seams to be a major cause of concern in today's hectic and fast
paced life.
All of us seem to be on the move all the time. There is no end to our
desires and wants. Fulfillment of one desires leads to another, and the
circle goes on. Yoga therapy which comprises of both the physical as well
as mental aspect teaches the way to get your self inwards in search of
your true nature.
According to The
Bhagavad Gita
“Smatvam Yog Uchyate”
“Yoga is the balance of mind in all situations. A true yoga practitioner
would remain even-minded in all situations be it favorable or against him.
He will keep his cool and will never lose his balance of mind”
“Yog Karmasu Kaushlam”
“Yoga is Skill in action. A true yoga practitioner would do all
his actions as an offering to Almighty Lord without getting attached to the
results of his actions.”
Today yoga holds the key to give us perfect health physical,
mental as well as spiritual. There are different asanas which are
used for different ailment and conditions. Shav asana followed by
Yog Nidra completely rejuvenates the body. It is a tonic for patients
suffering from stress related disorders and high blood-pressure.
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