Two Dialogues From Brihadāranyaka Upanishad

Two Dialogues From Brihadāranyaka Upanishad

Yājnavalkya-Maitreyi

Yājnavalkya-Janaka

The Upanishads are the acme of Spiritual Wisdom. In the first of the selected dialogues, Sage Yājnavalkya reveals the real source of all happiness to his beloved wife Maitreyi. It is no other than the pure ātmā, our own true nature! He also provides the high plateau teaching of neti-neti, where realization takes place upon negating all that the Reality is not. In the second, the sage reveals to King Janaka the luminous nature of the Self, which is the Light of all lights. Contemplation on these two scintillating portions has the capacity to lift our minds to rise above sorrow and experience bliss. Both the selections are from chapter 4 of Brihadāranyaka.

Key Takeaways for Participants:

  • Awakening to the Source of True Happiness: Discover, like Maitreyi, that real and lasting joy is not in external pursuits but in recognizing the pure ātmā—our own true nature.
  • Finding Inner Anchoring Amidst Life’s Changes: Just as Sage Yājnavalkya teaches through neti-neti, learn to shift your perspective beyond fleeting experiences to the stable, luminous Self that remains unshaken.
  • Realizing the Light Within: As King Janaka discovers, the Self is the Light of all lights—illuminating life’s purpose and guiding us beyond the limits of worldly accomplishments.
  • Unfolding the Hidden Potential of the Self: Explore the 15 facets of inner strength that lie dormant within, empowering you with greater self-awareness and clarity.
  • Living with Moral Strength and Purpose: Integrate 7 transformative values that fortify the mind, uplift the spirit, and bring harmony between inner wisdom and outer action.
  • Right Food as a Spiritual Catalyst: Understand how the right nourishment—both physical and mental—acts as a foundation for deeper contemplation and spiritual growth.

*Suitable age group 20 years and above.

The Details of the Workshop are as follows:

Date & timings: Starts on the morning of Friday, 28th March, at 10:00 am and concludes on Sunday, 30th March, 2025, 4:30 pm

(Note: Participants are requested to arrive by 28th March (Friday) Morning by 8:00 AM)

Retreat Contribution: Rs.10,200/- per Participant. The fees in inclusive of boarding, lodging and teaching.

Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be provided

Food: Simple sattvic food with fresh grown vegetables from the farm

Venue: Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara, No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura Hobli.

The Retreat, located just on the outskirts of Bangalore city, is a small beautiful space dedicated to Yoga & spiritual studies and practices in a simple and clean environment adjacent to a farm of its own.

Reaching the Retreat Venue: The venue is about 22 kms from Majestic Bus Stand and is accessible through Magadi Road and Tumkur Road preferably through own vehicles. The retreat center is very close to ‘Kamadhanu Kshetra’ – a highly popular Raghavendra Swamy temple in last few years. It would take about an hour to reach the retreat venue from the heart of the city. Participants have to make their own arrangements. If any assistance is required Indica Yoga Team will help.

 

INDICA CULTURAL LEADERSHIP CAMP 2025

🌟 INDICA CULTURAL LEADERSHIP CAMP 2025 🌟
A Week of Learning, Fun & Adventure!

🌿 Experience a life away from screens, malls & junk food!

Join us at the Indica Cultural Leadership Camp and explore the richness of Bharatiya culture while making new friends in a serene and natural environment.

Discover a world filled with Yoga, Bhajans, traditional games, book reading, and enriching stories. Connect with nature, develop healthy habits, and experience the joy of self-discovery!

Do meet our calves Dhatri, Lakshmi and her mother Kumuda, and our pet dog Chintu! Spend time with them and experience the joy of bonding with animals while learning valuable lessons of love, care, and responsibility.

Step into a journey of self-discovery and leadership! Through teamwork, responsibility, and hands-on experiences, this camp empowers you to think independently, make confident decisions, and lead with courage—skills that are more important than ever in today’s fast-changing world!

📚 Camp Highlights:

Interactive Sessions & Lectures by Experts
Vedic Mathematics
Yoga Sessions
Book Reviews & Storytelling
Matru & Vana Bhojana (Outdoor Feast)
Traditional Outdoor & Indoor Games
Nature Walks & Karma Yoga
Spoken Sanskrit
Cultural Evenings & Devotional Sessions
And much more fun & learning!

📅 Camp Dates & Details:

📅 Dates: 30th March (Sunday) – 6th April 2025 (Sunday)
⏰ Timings: Begins at 5:00 PM on 30th March | Concludes at 4:30 PM on 6th April
🛋️ Suitable Age Group: 10 – 16 years
💸 Camp Fee: Rs. 9,000/- per student
🏆 Early Bird Offer: Rs. 8,000/- (Register by 15th March 2025)
       (Includes boarding, lodging & teaching)

🏡 Accommodation & Food:

🏨 Stay: Shared accommodation in a clean, peaceful environment
🌱 Food: Nutritious Sattvic meals with fresh farm-grown vegetables

🏢 Venue Details:

Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara Bengaluru
No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura Hobli

Just 22 km from Majestic Bus Stand, accessible via Magadi & Tumkur Roads.
Near Kamadhanu Kshetra – Raghavendra Swamy Temple.

🚐 Reaching the Retreat:

Participants must arrange their own transportation. Pick-up point in Bengaluru city will be communicated via email & WhatsApp.

Need assistance? The Indica Yoga Team is happy to help!

📚 Why Join This Camp?

🌱 Reconnect with Indian traditions & values
📚 Learn through stories, games & hands-on experiences
🌈 Discover the true purpose of education and life through wonderful stories from the   yore!
👨‍🎓 Build leadership skills & confidence
🏞️ Return with renewed energy, open minds & happiness!

📍 REGISTER NOW!

Limited seats available! Don’t miss this exciting, transformative experience!

For registration & queries:
📞 Contact: Indica Yoga Team

📲 WhatsApp: +91 6363663313 / +91 7353765582

Few Photographs of 2024 Cultural Leadership Camp

Exploring Dimensions Of Health And Wellbeing

With an explosion of ailments and illnesses plaguing Indians, due to lifestyles constrained by occupational stress, polluted cities and almost no physical expression, the situation of modern Indians living in cities has become quite challenging posing problems physically, mentally and emotionally.

This is increasingly visible with more and more people falling prey to Diabetes, Hypertension, skeleton-muscular disorders, Hyperlipidaemia (high cholesterol), hormonal dysfunctions, cardiac issues etc.

While the easiest option in such cases is to swallow pills or take pharmaceutical formulations, it is increasingly being acknowledged in modern medical science, that these medications do not provide long term solutions and a reorientation and a fresh perspective on lifestyle is direly needed.

In such a scenario, the Programme on “Exploring Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing” offered by Sridhar Deshmukh offers insights into

Key Focus:

  • Aetiology: Genetic, Environmental, Nutritional, Physiological & Psychological Factors in Health & Disease.
  • Understanding and managing stress
  • Diet & Nutrition: Aspects of Positive Health and Vitality Quotient.
  • Praxis- Exercise modules, Pranayama and other yogic techniques

The workshop aims at placing the locus of control in the hands of the participants to address his/her issues effectively.

*Suitable age group 20 years and above.

The Details of the Workshop are as follows:

Date & timings: Starts on the morning of Friday, 28th February, at 10:00 am and concludes on Sunday, 02nd March, 2025, 4:30 pm

(Note: Participants are requested to arrive by 28th February (Friday) Morning by 8:00 AM)

Workshop Fee: Rs.15,000/- per Participant. The fees in inclusive of boarding, lodging and teaching.

Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be provided

Food: Simple sattvic food with fresh grown vegetables from the farm

Venue: Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara, No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura Hobli.

The Retreat, located just on the outskirts of Bangalore city, is a small beautiful space dedicated to Yoga & spiritual studies and practices in a simple and clean environment adjacent to a farm of its own.

Reaching the Retreat Venue: The venue is about 22 kms from Majestic Bus Stand and is accessible through Magadi Road and Tumkur Road preferably through own vehicles. The retreat center is very close to ‘Kamadhanu Kshetra’ – a highly popular Raghavendra Swamy temple in last few years. It would take about an hour to reach the retreat venue from the heart of the city. Participants have to make their own arrangements. If any assistance is required Indica Yoga Team will help.

The Power Of Anatomy In Asana Practice

Indica Yoga in collaboration with KRIIS YOGA, Cochin, Kerala holding a two-day residential workshop on “The Power of Anatomy in Asana Practice” at Indica Gurukulam at Ritambhara, Bengaluru, we invite all Yoga enthusiasts and Yoga Professionals o make use of this opportunity to upgrade their learnings and teachings.

Note: Registrations are open, only limited seats!

About the Workshop:

A meticulously curated 2 days’ workshop that focuses on the entire skeletal system, joint movements, major skeletal muscle actions with proper biomechanics and proper breathwork to enhance your asana skills and go deeper into the practice injury free.

This workshop opens a new horizon to the yoga practitioners to understand their true potential and limitations of their musculoskeletal system which helps them to go deeper into the subtler aspects through the improvisations in breath/exercise/asana practice. This course also helps yoga professionals to understand their client’s physique in a much better perspective and guide them with effective exercises/ asana practice.

Objective:

Understanding anatomy is essential for yoga teachers to create a safe, effective, and personalized practice for their students. Here are the benefits of incorporating anatomy into yoga teaching:

Key Focus:

Safety First: Anatomy knowledge helps teachers design sequences that minimize injury risk and prevent strain or overextension.

Perfect Alignment: Teachers guide students into proper alignment, ensuring correct placement of bones, muscles, and joints.

Tailored Instruction: Anatomy enables teachers to provide personalized guidance, accommodating students’ unique anatomical differences.

Breath Control Mastery: Teachers effectively guide students in breath control techniques (pranayama), enhancing overall practice.

Therapeutic Benefits: Anatomy allows teachers to incorporate therapeutic elements, promoting healing and wellness.

Movement Literacy: Teachers foster a deeper connection with movement, enhancing students’ understanding of action and integration.

Body Awareness: Students develop a higher sense of body awareness, entering classes with confidence and self-awareness.

Informed Posture Selection: Teachers choose postures and asanas effectively, considering individual students’ needs and limitations.

Embracing Individuality: Anatomy helps teachers and students understand and respect their unique limitations, promoting a safe and enjoyable practice.

Workshop Fee: Rs.7,000/- (Inclusive of Food & Accommodation)

Participants are requested to reach the venue on 14th Feb, by 5:00 PM

Open to all from the age group of 18 years and above

Accommodation: Only shared accommodation will be provided

Food: Simple sattvik vegetarian food with fresh grown vegetables from the farm

Venue: Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara, No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura Hobli.

The Retreat Center, located just on the outskirts of Bangalore city, is a small beautiful space dedicated to Yoga & spiritual studies and practices in a simple and clean environment adjacent to a farm of its own.

Reaching The Retreat Venue: The venue is about 22 kms from Majestic Bus Stand and is accessible through Magadi Road and Tumkur Road preferably through own vehicles. The retreat center is very close to ‘Kamadhenu Kshetra’ – a highly popular Raghavendra Swamy temple in the last few years. It would take about an hour to reach the retreat venue from the heart of the city. Participants have to make their own arrangements. If any assistance is required Indica Yoga Team will help.

For more details contact us at: +91 8129906433 / +91 6363663313 or email: namaste@indicayoga.com / kriisyoga@gmail.com

The Transformative Power Of Sounds And Mantras

A Two-Day Residential Workshop
On

The Transformative Power of Sounds and Mantras

 

Dates: August 23 – 25, 2024

About the Workshop:

The world of vibrations and sounds is a fascinating topic that is very intimately connected with our lives. Unfortunately, we are seldom aware of the tremendous potential that is locked inside the various kinds of simple sounds we utter, to unravel deep truths about ourselves. When the Vedic Rishis turned their gaze inwards to understand the relationship between the gross and subtle realms of their inner and outer worlds, they received answers in the form of mantras. These mantras are conscious sounds that have the power to change our fundamental vibratory structures and create specific experiences at various levels of our being. The talk will seek to combine theory and practice, to give the participants a first-hand experience of the transformative power of Vedic sounds and to show how they can act as a valuable aid for a more peaceful and healthier individual and collective living.

Retreat Contribution: Rs.7,000/- INR*(Limited seats only)

Open to all from the age group of 18 years and above

Accommodation: Only shared accommodation will be provided

Food: Simple sattvik food with fresh grown vegetables from the farm

Venue: Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara, No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura Hobli.

The Retreat, located just on the outskirts of Bangalore city, is a small beautiful space dedicated to Yoga & spiritual studies and practices in a simple and clean environment adjacent to a farm of its own.

Reaching the Retreat Venue: The venue is about 22 kms from Majestic Bus Stand and is accessible through Magadi Road and Tumkur Road preferably through own vehicles. The retreat center is very close to ‘Kamadhenu Kshetra’ – a highly popular Raghavendra Swamy temple in the last few years. It would take about an hour to reach the retreat venue from the heart of the city. Participants have to make their own arrangements. If any assistance is required Indica Yoga Team will help.

For more details contact us at +91 6363663313 or email: namaste@indicayoga.com

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Online five weeks Immersive workshop on Mudra

About the Retreat:

“Mudra Rahasyam” is introductory workshop to the interesting aspect of Yoga – “Mudra”. We do not find it as an obvious limb in Ashtanga Yoga described by Maharshi Patanjali.

Bharatiya Samskruti is all about promoting Health and expanding consciousness. We understand human existence at an entirely different level.

In this workshop, we bring out the cryptic code of mudras permeating all aspects of “Sadhana”.

We unfold the secretive, intense and spiritually elevating science of mudras for sincere seekers.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V Kaku, a Neurosurgeon by profession. He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas from his grandparents and parents, which has led him to continue on the path of yoga.

He helps people with many different types of illnesses through mudras, asanas, pranayam, natural remedies, and tailor-made yoga nidra sessions, helping them avoid surgery or modern medicine as much as possible.

Session Includes:

5 Theory Sessions

  • Introduction
  • Mystery of Mudras
  • Medicinal Benefits of Mudras
  • Neuroscience of Mudras
  • Spiritual Benefits of Mudras

5 Practical Sessions

  • Shiva Shakti Mudras
  • Maha Vishnu Mudras
  • Pancha Tattva Mudras
  • Pancha Prana Mudras
  • Yoga Mudra

Details of the Workshop as follows:

Audience:

Yoga Practitioners, Professionals, Teachers and Yoga enthusiasts. *Suitable age group 21 years and above

Session Includes:

  • 5 Live, Interactive Zoom Sessions
  • Q & A sessions
  • Access to recorded sessions

Duration of the workshop: 8 hours’ program

Workshop Sessions will be held on:

Every Sunday (weekly once)

Workshop time in the day:

7:00 – 8:30 AM IST, 1:30 minutes live session with faculty (One session per week)

Expected start date: 01st September, 2024

 Dates in September: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29

 Medium of instruction: English

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Online five weeks Immersive workshop on Mudra

About the Retreat:

“Mudra Rahasyam” is introductory workshop to the interesting aspect of Yoga – “Mudra”. We do not find it as an obvious limb in Ashtanga Yoga described by Maharshi Patanjali.

Bharatiya Samskruti is all about promoting Health and expanding consciousness. We understand human existence at an entirely different level.

In this workshop, we bring out the cryptic code of mudras permeating all aspects of “Sadhana”.

We unfold the secretive, intense and spiritually elevating science of mudras for sincere seekers.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V Kaku, a Neurosurgeon by profession. He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas from his grandparents and parents, which has led him to continue on the path of yoga.

He helps people with many different types of illnesses through mudras, asanas, pranayam, natural remedies, and tailor-made yoga nidra sessions, helping them avoid surgery or modern medicine as much as possible.

Session Includes:

5 Theory Sessions

  • Introduction
  • Mystery of Mudras
  • Medicinal Benefits of Mudras
  • Neuroscience of Mudras
  • Spiritual Benefits of Mudras

5 Practical Sessions

  • Shiva Shakti Mudras
  • Maha Vishnu Mudras
  • Pancha Tattva Mudras
  • Pancha Prana Mudras
  • Yoga Mudra

Details of the Workshop as follows:

Audience:

Yoga Practitioners, Professionals, Teachers and Yoga enthusiasts. *Suitable age group 21 years and above

Session Includes:

  • 5 Live, Interactive Zoom Sessions
  • Q & A sessions
  • Access to recorded sessions

Duration of the workshop: 8 hours’ program

Workshop Sessions will be held on:

Every Sunday (weekly once)

Workshop time in the day:

7:00 – 8:30 AM IST, 1:30 minutes live session with faculty (One session per week)

Expected start date: 01st September, 2024

 Dates in September: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29

 Medium of instruction: English

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Online five weeks Immersive workshop on Mudra

About the Retreat:

“Mudra Rahasyam” is introductory workshop to the interesting aspect of Yoga – “Mudra”. We do not find it as an obvious limb in Ashtanga Yoga described by Maharshi Patanjali.

Bharatiya Samskruti is all about promoting Health and expanding consciousness. We understand human existence at an entirely different level.

In this workshop, we bring out the cryptic code of mudras permeating all aspects of “Sadhana”.

We unfold the secretive, intense and spiritually elevating science of mudras for sincere seekers.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V Kaku, a Neurosurgeon by profession. He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas from his grandparents and parents, which has led him to continue on the path of yoga.

He helps people with many different types of illnesses through mudras, asanas, pranayam, natural remedies, and tailor-made yoga nidra sessions, helping them avoid surgery or modern medicine as much as possible.

Session Includes:

5 Theory Sessions

  • Introduction
  • Mystery of Mudras
  • Medicinal Benefits of Mudras
  • Neuroscience of Mudras
  • Spiritual Benefits of Mudras

5 Practical Sessions

  • Shiva Shakti Mudras
  • Maha Vishnu Mudras
  • Pancha Tattva Mudras
  • Pancha Prana Mudras
  • Yoga Mudra

Details of the Workshop as follows:

Audience:

Yoga Practitioners, Professionals, Teachers and Yoga enthusiasts. *Suitable age group 21 years and above

Session Includes:

  • 5 Live, Interactive Zoom Sessions
  • Q & A sessions
  • Access to recorded sessions

Duration of the workshop: 8 hours’ program

Workshop Sessions will be held on:

Every Sunday (weekly once)

Workshop time in the day:

7:00 – 8:30 AM IST, 1:30 minutes live session with faculty (One session per week)

Expected start date: 01st September, 2024

 Dates in September: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29

 Medium of instruction: English

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Online five weeks Immersive workshop on Mudra

About the Retreat:

“Mudra Rahasyam” is introductory workshop to the interesting aspect of Yoga – “Mudra”. We do not find it as an obvious limb in Ashtanga Yoga described by Maharshi Patanjali.

Bharatiya Samskruti is all about promoting Health and expanding consciousness. We understand human existence at an entirely different level.

In this workshop, we bring out the cryptic code of mudras permeating all aspects of “Sadhana”.

We unfold the secretive, intense and spiritually elevating science of mudras for sincere seekers.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V Kaku, a Neurosurgeon by profession. He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas from his grandparents and parents, which has led him to continue on the path of yoga.

He helps people with many different types of illnesses through mudras, asanas, pranayam, natural remedies, and tailor-made yoga nidra sessions, helping them avoid surgery or modern medicine as much as possible.

Session Includes:

5 Theory Sessions

  • Introduction
  • Mystery of Mudras
  • Medicinal Benefits of Mudras
  • Neuroscience of Mudras
  • Spiritual Benefits of Mudras

5 Practical Sessions

  • Shiva Shakti Mudras
  • Maha Vishnu Mudras
  • Pancha Tattva Mudras
  • Pancha Prana Mudras
  • Yoga Mudra

Details of the Workshop as follows:

Audience:

Yoga Practitioners, Professionals, Teachers and Yoga enthusiasts. *Suitable age group 21 years and above

Session Includes:

  • 5 Live, Interactive Zoom Sessions
  • Q & A sessions
  • Access to recorded sessions

Duration of the workshop: 8 hours’ program

Workshop Sessions will be held on:

Every Sunday (weekly once)

Workshop time in the day:

7:00 – 8:30 AM IST, 1:30 minutes live session with faculty (One session per week)

Expected start date: 01st September, 2024

 Dates in September: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29

 Medium of instruction: English

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Mudra Rahasyam: Exploring the Art & Science of Mudra

Online five weeks Immersive workshop on Mudra

About the Retreat:

“Mudra Rahasyam” is introductory workshop to the interesting aspect of Yoga – “Mudra”. We do not find it as an obvious limb in Ashtanga Yoga described by Maharshi Patanjali.

Bharatiya Samskruti is all about promoting Health and expanding consciousness. We understand human existence at an entirely different level.

In this workshop, we bring out the cryptic code of mudras permeating all aspects of “Sadhana”.

We unfold the secretive, intense and spiritually elevating science of mudras for sincere seekers.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V Kaku, a Neurosurgeon by profession. He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas from his grandparents and parents, which has led him to continue on the path of yoga.

He helps people with many different types of illnesses through mudras, asanas, pranayam, natural remedies, and tailor-made yoga nidra sessions, helping them avoid surgery or modern medicine as much as possible.

Session Includes:

5 Theory Sessions

  • Introduction
  • Mystery of Mudras
  • Medicinal Benefits of Mudras
  • Neuroscience of Mudras
  • Spiritual Benefits of Mudras

5 Practical Sessions

  • Shiva Shakti Mudras
  • Maha Vishnu Mudras
  • Pancha Tattva Mudras
  • Pancha Prana Mudras
  • Yoga Mudra

Details of the Workshop as follows:

Audience:

Yoga Practitioners, Professionals, Teachers and Yoga enthusiasts. *Suitable age group 21 years and above

Session Includes:

  • 5 Live, Interactive Zoom Sessions
  • Q & A sessions
  • Access to recorded sessions

Duration of the workshop: 8 hours’ program

Workshop Sessions will be held on:

Every Sunday (weekly once)

Workshop time in the day:

7:00 – 8:30 AM IST, 1:30 minutes live session with faculty (One session per week)

Expected start date: 01st September, 2024

 Dates in September: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29

 Medium of instruction: English