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Yoga Teacher A journey within...

Here I am, at the beginning of my journey on this new path. Something unfamiliar but somehow not at the same time.

Sometimes it still feels like a dream. I never thought I would be a yoga teacher. I had a great job with good stability working as a forensic scientist. Yet, there was a part of me who knew that this was not it. For many years I had a deep desire to explore the world but always kept it aside. I finally listened and quit my job. What I thought was gonna be a 2-3 months travel turned into a year long journey of self discovery and beyond. I found yoga or I would dare say yoga found me. I am grateful everyday to have found something I truly connect with and will guide me to keep growing in and . Come join me on this journey ॐ

Yogatara

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16/01/2022

ॐ 2021

In a nutSHELL, 2021 has been a year of 'The Hermit'. Letting go of most outward worldly pursuits to dive into the inner spiritual quest. At times, it was challenging to be still while the world is moving forward. Being a Type-A workaholic in the past, letting go of worldly pursuits (for the moment) is one of the hardest things to do. However, I kept returning to the time when a Sankalpa (strong promise) was made; To dance into silence and embody the Divine Essence within.

Sounds Divine? Sometimes. But there are also times when I felt like I was being digested like a caterpillar in a cocoon. Losing the old self but yet to fully blossom into the new. A sticky gooey situation! It’s the most uncomfortable peculiar feeling.

Thankfully, past glimpses of the Divine Essence within anchored my mapless voyage. Like stars in the night sky, navigating me back Home. The echoing voice of my guru "I am with you" whispered in the winds powered my sails to keep moving forward. "This is part of the transitory process of spiritual evolution" he reassured like Mufasa appearing in the sky. I kept his words close to my partially digested heart with full faith that one day I will emerge, spread my wings and share the Divine Nectar with all. For now, patience is my virtue.

I've spent so much time in my room this year that sometimes, I imagine myself as a yogi meditating in his cave growing a beard and a set of long nails. Lessons, challenges and patterns emerged endlessly to be transmuted and transcended. Feels like lifetimes of lessons concentrated into a year! I fought every battle. Honestly, at the end of it, I was pretty exhausted. I now learned to pick my battles. Not every battle is meant to be fought. Nevertheless, the lessons were worth it all.

Swipe right for 2021 Top Lessons, Themes and Experiments in chronological order.

The year ended with many celebrations. It was time to shave my imaginary beard, paint those curly nails and emerge from the cave. As soon as I got out of the monastery, my brother got married, friends visited, parties and then it was Christmas. A stark contrast to the usual silence.

2022? Let's fly ✨🤍

10/10/2021

ॐ Coral Adoption in Tevana House Reef!

Just imagine gardening under the sea… ✨
Now you can through ‘Gaia One Coral Restoration Project’!

Many coral reefs around the world are being threatened tremendously by the worsening environmental conditions. The coral reef needs our help for so many reasons. Not only because the reef provides coastal protection for our communities through storms and erosion, but a healthy developing reef is ideal habitat and shelter for fish and other sea creatures. Besides, the reef helps bring in jobs for local communities and millions of dollars profit through tourism and recreational activities.

I am happy to announce that we have adopted 5 corals!
My deepest gratitude to all those who have purchased the ‘Yogic Morning Ritual’ E-Guides and donated to Yogatara’s Funds. Know that part of your contribution goes to bringing beauty, restoration and balance to our planet!

If you would like to adopt some corals for yourself or loved ones, please reach out to .restorationproject!

Here is what you will get:

💠 A Digital Gaia One Restoration Project certificate with your name and information of the coral you adopted.

💠 Each contributor will get a report every 2 months on the status of the corals' nurseries and our progress on the restored reefs which are cared for by our Coral Restoration Team.

Let us offer Mother Earth our love and gratitude for the ocean of abundance she has blessed us with 🤍.

12/09/2021

ॐ Atha Yoga Anusasanam: 'Now' is the teaching of Yoga..

That is the first line in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The line may seem simple, but it's compact with deep meaning. It is indicating that only in the 'Now' can Yoga (Union with True Nature) be attained. 
Time is an illusion. Everything is happening 'now'. The present is the only moment that escapes from the illusion of time. It is the point between “past” and “future”. Both past and future are simply constructs of the mind. Albeit a great illusion of the mind, they are not real. Even our past is a recollection of memories by the neurons of the brain in the present moment. The past is simply the thinking of memories while the future is the projection ahead. The only reality we truly have is the present and it is only in the present moment that meditation and the experiential knowledge of our true nature can happen.

When we are in the present, the mind becomes quiet enough for us to notice the subtler quality of our True Nature that can only be felt in silence. By escaping the illusion of time, we arrive at the reality of who we are. This realisation itself helps meditators understand and see the bigger picture of why we try to calm the mind away from the past and future to be present. Through this clarity, comes a deeper appreciation and meaning for our practice.

08/07/2021

ॐ Spiritual Amnesia...

On the surface, it may seem like it’s the other person’s fault. Our mind would convince us undeniably and our Ego behind it all defends it’s mighty walls. We might even see missiles of judgements flying through the air. Uncontrolled, fuelled by the fire of emotions from the pain.

But underneath it all, beneath the thoughts, emotions and reactions is an unmet need we have forgotten to give ourselves. This is especially true if you are noticing a repeating pattern in your life. Perhaps you are attracting the same kind of characters? Does it feel like it’s all too familiar? Perhaps it’s the Universe’s way to present an opportunity for a new narrative. Would you like to rewrite the story?

If we are willing to be absolutely honest and vulnerable, we can turn our attention within and begin to listen. The body and soul speaks only the language of truth and we would hear the whispers of our deepest needs. A silent cry hidden deep in the forgotten corners of our hearts. Waiting to be heard and fulfilled. The moment we hear these whispers, we must remember that we alone can fulfil these needs and desires! Not by others, but ourselves unconditionally and wholeheartedly.

This is not to become ultra-independent, not needing anyone or solo… Relationships can be a ‘Divine Playground’. But rather, the dynamic of the connection would be wholesome and mutual rather than a needy one. But walk away if your soul and body tells you to.

When we no longer seek fulfilment from the outside, we empower ourselves by putting back our pieces we might have unconsciously given away based on an old pattern. Returning to fullness, so we can give wholeheartedly again. For we are all complete spiritual beings, just sometimes… (most of the time) we seem to suffer from amnesia😉. So the cure is to remember.

Remember to give yourself the unconditional love you desire.
Remember to see and hear yourself fully.
Remember that you are more than good enough.
Remember to let your authentic self shine.
Remember you are complete and Divine.

What else can u think of so we can help remind each other? Comment below 🙂

Background Painting: ‘The White Flame’ - Tara

25/06/2021

Last night’s full moon energy was soft, delicate and soothing. I felt the Divine Feminine rising with the moon. Feelings of vulnerability, devotion, wonder and possibilities filled the air. Inspired by the moon, here is a little smoke bath ritual I did with Paolo Santo (Ethically sourced from ). Cleansing my worries and heaviness away. Nurturing the heart and soul. Inviting Higher Guidance, curiosity, intuition and trust for the Infinite Sacred Dance Within.

Energy Cleanse With Paolo Santo:

1. Light the magical stick and hold it close to your heart, setting your Divine intention sincerely.
2. Bring it to your Third-Eye; calming the fluctuations of the mind & heightening intuition.
3. Gently move it around your auric field, outlining your body; cleansing all dense energies as you glide along with grace… raising your vibration.
4. Pause to just breathe, relax and let in. Feel the difference. Notice the subtle sparkling vibrations surrounding you.
5. Place it somewhere safe next to you allowing the scent and Divine vibrations to tantalize you into the depths of your being.
6. Meditate and enjoy the expansion, light and bliss.

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04/06/2021

ॐ Law of Rhythm

Cycles are a natural part of the Universe. We can see this in nature through the expression of the changing seasons.

Winter . Spring . Summer . Fall

As we are part of nature, this too is our inner rhythm which plays into our lives. But why do we seem to expect some things to never change? To seek an everlasting summer? We can see this in society’s emphasis in the search for eternal youth through the 500 billion dollar beauty industry. The fear and avoidance of the mere thought of death. The pressure from society to always succeed and be in the constant mode of action.

According to the law of rhythm, there are moments for deep rest, contemplation, stillness, fruition, action, growth, success and failure. Even failure eventually leads to success as it teaches invaluable lessons, stimulating change and growth. Instead of worrying about the loss, we can look forward to the new things coming our way. Every season has it’s role to play and are intricately linked together to create harmony and balance. We are meant to go through the shedding, shifts and deaths so that we rebirth a whole new way of life that aligns better to our new self. As the Yoga Sutras say, we go through death every night when we sleep. When we wake up, we are reborn again.

This also translates into our personal relationship with others. We expect them to be flourishing all the time. To be in the honeymoon phase forever in romantic partnerships. Those ‘happily ever afters’ from our Disney childhood memories. When we experience moments of struggle, doubt and pain, we immediately feel something is wrong. Sometimes, we even give up and walk away before the first little sign of life reemerges from the ground. For a new paradigm to take place, the old must die.

To contemplate:

What if our own unmet expectations for things to remain the same IS the primary cause of suffering? Could the resistance towards change be our poison and not the change itself? What if we learn to see all cycles as just a natural part of life?

Through understanding, clarity and acceptance we can learn to ride with the changing seasons of life and embrace it all.

19/05/2021

ॐ We Are One Family…

My deepest gratitude to all of you who have supported this beautiful cause to help save India! Sorry for the delay in posting this, the telegraphic transfer kept getting stuck at the final stage and I had to use Paypal instead so that Mr. Arunachalam can start using the funds! Thank you for your donations, for purchasing the E-Guides and for sharing this cause with others on social media. All of your selflessness, care and compassion warms my heart. Thank you to for your tireless effort to serve humanity! The villagers of Gosala will truly benefit from this gesture. Primarily, the funds will be used to supply masks and food to the villagers. A system has already been set up to limit the spread of the virus. May the Covid-19 cases subdue and may all those who are sick have a speedy recovery.

In yoga, cultivating selflessness is essential in the evolution of the spirit. It helps us minimise the Ego-Identity which is all about me, mine and I. As we progress in yoga,
one begins to experientially realise that in the essence of it all, we are all deeply connected. From the plants, the animals, the mountains, the sun, humanity and the entire cosmos. We all depend on each other for survival and it is vital we work together as one family to maintain the intricate balance of life. The suffering of our brothers and sisters is also our suffering. All of this is beyond the man-made concepts of separation. What really is nationality? Borders between countries? Religion? Do they really exist naturally? Or is all just a concept of the mind that has been fortified in our everyday life? We are living in the world of concepts and meditation allows us to come out of these concepts to have the raw experience and understanding of life itself.

It is time we let go of our illusion of separation and come together collectively as one family.

13/05/2021

ॐ Selamat Hari Raya 🌙

To all my Muslim friends who are celebrating! Have a beautiful and blessed Eid!!

🤍 We Are One 🤍

📷 Taken in Morocco years back! Getting lost in the back lanes of Fez.

01/05/2021

ॐ Your Body Is A Vehicle For Awakening

Namaste Divine Beings 🙏🏽 Our body is truly an amazing vehicle for our soul’s awakening.

Just like a car, we need to wash it, polish, fill the engine oil, check the tire pressure and air filter etc so that it is performing at its optimal level.

Be mindful of what you put into your body through the 5 senses! What are you consuming through your eyes, ears, mouth, skin and nose? Treat your body like a temple so that your Divine Cosmic Self is happy to reside. When it is happy it will shine forth!

Yoga asana is great way to do this maintenance work on our body. It ensures the chakras are balanced and the prana is running smoothly through the nadis. But don’t stop there, take that car for a ride. Asana prepares you for meditation. Your body is your vehicle for awakening. Take that inner cosmic journey through yourself to yourself to discover your True Divine Nature. Healing, clarity, bliss, joy and wisdom will happen spontaneously once you touch your soul. All of your problems will seem so small when you connect to your cosmic being! Most of them will vanish and the answers to your questions will flow into your mind.

Doing yoga without meditation is like having the best performing sports car parked in the porch and never taking it for a ride. A ride that leads you to the ultimate destination that is YOU.

Reach higher, dive deeper.

19/04/2021

ॐ The Past 3.5 Months

Namaste Divine Beings! It’s been so long since the last post. I wanted to start the new year by diving fully into spirituality for the next chapter I sensed was coming. For that reason, I decided to take some time away from social media.

Previously, I’ve shared that I was going through the ‘Dark Night of the Soul’ chapter. Despite the challenges, I knew it was an integral period of my life to cleanse, purify and let go of what no longer serves me. Many of us unknowingly carry patterns, social conditionings and baggages from our past (repressed in the subconscious mind).

When I asked my guru for an acceleration on my spiritual journey, he basically gave me a good shake so that all that is buried in my subconscious rises to the conscious mind for me to finally burn and let go. I’ll be forever grateful for every shadow for it has given me so much light!

So what has been going on the past months?
I’ve been living in an ashram setting and also camping in nature!! The place is known for it’s high vibrational energy that supports one’s spiritual evolution. I was also fortunate to live with a number of evolved souls! We have sacred fire rituals together, spontaneous satsangs (spiritual talks), meditations, past life regressions, soul healing rituals and Bhajans (singing spiritual songs). The whole experience was such a flow and I’ve gathered so many new tools and practices!

Unfortunately, I didn’t take many pictures of myself or the Ashram to share with all of you. However, I did take some videos of the campsite! Will share in the next post.

No matter what happens, I know deeply in my heart that I’m meant to learn all this to share it in the end. The time for a global awakening is here. We have a lot of work to do to help humanity and Mother Earth. I’m now back in Taiping and will continue to gather my spiritual tools and expand my soul consciousness.

Remember, we are all divine beings having a human experience. Making that first contact with our own soul and knowing who we are is I believe the answer to a lot of the problem in humanity. Keep meditating and keep an open mind to the infinite possibilities of this Universe.

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My first meditation experience at a monastery turned my life around 180 degrees and lead me to my awakening. Since then, I’ve been on a journey to discover who I am and deepen my understanding of Yoga. Currently, I am travelling wherever my inner voice tells me to go (mostly in India and Bali ;)). I have been blessed to have met many yogis, gurus and master who has shared so much yogic wisdom and knowledge. Now, I can’t wait to share them with you!

Come follow me on my journey :)

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