The Need For Such A Retreat

Human kind has co-existed in perfect harmony with nature since ancient times. Nature bestowed food, shelter and other essentials for them and in return mankind spent a lot of their time in gratitude towards nature. The world was resplendent with fruits, vegetation and forests. Nature, animals and humans survived, thrived and flourished in complete harmony with each other. Then came the industrial revolution, and the era of mass production and severe competition. Mass production demanded huge resources and forests were laid bare, quarries mined and waters over-fished. More and more human beings moved to urban dwellings and a gradual separation from this co-existence became evident.

Fast forward to today, where we humans lead mechanical, efficient and prosaic lives, away from the fertile forests and natural landscape. We spend multiple hours gazing at the pocket wonder called smartphones which dictate our routines and lifestyle. Our food is grown using chemical fertilizers and laced with chemicals and drugs to accommodate early ripening, preservation and growth. Our work hours are long and exhausting, and our sleep insufficient and fickle. Our leisure hours glue us back to mobile and television screens which preoccupy our time or get togethers where conversations get lost in the city din. The air we breathe is toxic owing to hazardous discharges from factories and emissions from vehicles. Are these

habits and this lifestyle healthy? Are they reasonable? The answer is a resounding ’NO’. Let’s understand the repercussions of leading such lifestyles in some degree of detail.

Air Pollution is the single largest health risk the world is exposed to at the moment. Besides air, there is water, soil, noise, light, plastic and various other types of pollution which has seamlessly integrated in our everyday lives. According to EPIC (Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago), air pollution alone, snatches away 2.2 years of global average life expectancy. The number shoots up rapidly for developing countries in South East Asia and Northern Africa by huge margins. As per WHO estimates, Air pollution alone is responsible for 8.7 million deaths worldwide.

The modern lifestyle is extremely competitive resulting in stress, comfort-seeking and negligent attitudes. Human beings have moved on to unhealthy sedentary life choices to cope with the built-up pressure from their professional and personal lives. This brings forth health issues and also cause depression and other such mental ailments. Furthermore, in the race to material superiority, most people are ignoring the well-being of the environment, fellow creatures and society.

To make matters worse, food consumption habits have deteriorated. Quite a large part of the city populace survives on junk food. Even the home cooked meals are made from ingredients which were grown using chemical fertilizers. This results in serious health problems, needing medical attention.

Medicines also have side effects since most allopathic medicines today cure one disease but affect the body adversely in another area. Chemical compositions of such medicine have multiple effects on the body.

Toxic air, a sedentary lifestyle, overuse of technology, adulterated food consumption and even modern medication, all contribute to crippling a man’s mind, body and soul leading to sickness, depression and living an unfulfilled life.

This establishes the need for an enabler which will facilitate those who seek a better and more fulfilling life. A life where they exist in harmony with nature and care for all creatures in the planet. A life where they eat right which use ingredients which are without chemical pesticides. A life where they have access to natural medicine for ailments. A life where they can walk on wet grass and gaze marvellously at a clear star-studded sky. A wholesome, thoroughly enjoyable, conscious and an awakened life where they feel for everybody and live in harmony. This is the kind of life we want to advocate and celebrate -” enriched living”.

The Solution – An abode for enriched living

The light of the above-mentioned existential crises a modern human face in their daily lives, it is important for their mind, body and soul to periodically escape their current reality and nestle in a secluded, quaint environment, where they can relax, recover and recuperate not just the physical body but also their spirit and their soul. A haven where time stands still, life is uncomplicated, air clean and pure, where they can practice the ancient art of Yoga and align their physical body and soul. A sanctum eerily quiet and tranquil, isolated from the bustling city noise.

Kosha Foundation, under the able guidance of its founder – Amit Kumar has created such a sanctuary for an advanced Yoga and Meditation centre, where guests will be able to live in a comfortable living space, practice Yoga, eat unadulterated satvik food and feel nature at its resplendent best. The idea is to offer some moments of peace, fulfilment and connectivity with nature to wearied souls from various parts of the world. There are multiple new forms of Yoga, each branching out from this ancient practice adapted to fulfil the practitioner’s objectives. However, this curriculum offers ancient yoga at its purest form, unadulterated in any speck. A week’s stay in this homestay, practicing this sacred discipline, consuming the carefully curated satvik cuisine and reconnecting one’s soul with nature can do wonders to modern men. This proposition aims to create a secluded space for people looking to reconnect with Nature, correct their lifestyle, correct their posture, heal existing ailments through Yoga and connect with their higher selves spiritually. The therapeutic effects of such a recourse will be immensely satisfying for people with broken souls seeking their lost empathy and fulfilment. Such a proposition will also be an amazing getaway for busy souls with demanding lifestyles looking for a temporary detox both physically and spiritually. Another segment which can greatly benefit are recovering athletes or patients, who might want to enjoy their rehabilitation in a quiet place with clean air and healthy food.

Practicing Yoga improves posture, balance, strength, endurance and flexibility, whereas, Meditation helps in maintaining mental balance and serenity which thwart stress and anxiety. A combination of both helps individuals to restore the much-wanted balance in their lives improving mental and physical wellbeing. Regular practice can raise awareness levels leading to better decision making in life. Heightened awareness enables better judgement and opens up the way to coexist with nature in harmony. It emotionally connects individuals with the environment and draws out belongingness and kindness to all creatures on the planet.

Yoga Teacher Training Course In Rishikesh

Rishikesh Traditional Yoga School is a highly regarded and potential yoga school in Rishikesh that offers certified courses in 100, 200, 300, and 500-hour yoga teacher training. We provide accredited courses that are recognized by the top certification authorities, allowing any student, no matter where they are in the globe, to pursue a career in Yoga. Because of our school’s stellar reputation across the world, we can staff our yoga programs with internationally renowned instructors who have years of expertise teaching the art of yoga.

100 Hour Yoga TTC In Rishikesh

For those who are pressed for time but yet want to become a yoga teacher, Rishikesh Traditional Yoga School offers 100-hour yoga teacher training. Students at both the basic and advanced levels may benefit from this 100-hour Yoga Alliance USA-certified Yoga TTC in India.

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Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh will lead you on a path of profound self-improvement. You will become more proficient in yoga, get access to powerful yogic practices, increase your vitality in all areas of life, and improve your health, happiness, and self-assurance by enrolling in this Yoga Alliance-certified course in Rishikesh.

300 Hour Yoga TTC In Rishikesh

Go to the next level with your yoga teachings if you have laid the groundwork previously. Practitioners at the intermediate and advanced levels will benefit from our 300-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh. In short, your classes will be more impactful and comprehensive. If you want to lead the yoga community on a worldwide scale, enrolling in the 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh is the way to go.

500 Hour Yoga TTC In Rishikesh

For yogis who want to take their practice to the next level, there’s the 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course, which combines the 200-Hour and 300-Hour YTTC.Those who want to build a career as Yoga instructors wherever in the globe will find this two-month course to be an excellent fit. Inspiring physical and spiritual self-discovery greatly enhances your Yoga knowledge and skills while also helping you slow down.