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Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
5 Yoga asanas that help you connect with nature and elevate your inner peace
Yoga is renowned for its stress-reducing properties, quieting the mind, and overall physical well-being. Yet, beyond the physical asana and control of the breath, yoga is a way of living that brings inner calm and external peace. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Yoga promotes mindfulness, compassion, and awareness-based living and motivates one to consider their influence not only on themselves but on the larger ecosystem like animals, vegetation, and Earth. As Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, yoga guru and proprietor of Akshar Yoga Kendraa, explains, yoga, when practiced consciously, is a philosophy of living that is abounding in health, ecologism, and religiosity. "When you practice yoga consciously, you not only achieve balance within but also attune yourself to nature's beat," he says. 5 Yoga poses to fuel your body and mind According to 'The Ashokan Center', these five yoga poses that not just health and fuel body and mind but also enhance your sense of oneness with the planet. Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) This root pose awakens the whole body and quiets the mind. In Siddhaa Akshar's words, "Adho Mukha Svanasana teaches surrender and helps you reconnect with the Earth." How to do: Start on hands and knees, curl toes under, and bring your knees up off the floor. Extend the legs as far as possible while gently pushing your heels towards the mat. Relax your head down between your arms, letting tension disappear from the neck. Breathe deeply and hold for 10 seconds, feeling solid and centered. Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) Bridge pose is also said to calm anxiety and stimulate digestion. This represents the bridging of inner peace and outer awareness. Instructions: Lie on your back with bent knees and feet hip-width apart. Press feet into the floor as you push hips up towards the ceiling. Weave fingers under back and stretch arms out along the mat. Open your chest and hold for 10 seconds breathing slowly. Eagle Pose (Garudasana) Eagle pose encourages coordination, concentration, and aids the nervous system. "Garudasana improves focus while encouraging body awareness," says Akshar. How to do: Stand with feet hip-width apart and transfer your weight to your left foot. Cross your right thigh over the left and hook your right foot behind the left calf. Cross arms in front with left over right and hands clasped together. Squat slightly, focus your eyes, and hold the pose before switching sides. Shoulder Stand (Sarvangasana) Source: Yogateket Or the "queen of asanas," this inversion relaxes the mind and gets the blood pumping. "It reboots the nervous system and clears the mind," says Akshar. How to do: Lie on your back with arms at your sides. Lift your hips and legs with your core, aided by your lower back with your hands. Stretch your legs up straight toward the ceiling with toes pointed. Hold for around 10 seconds, with steady, relaxed breaths. Tree Pose (Vrikshasana) Source: Yoga Journal A stability and calmness pose, tree pose represents growth and equilibrium. "As a tree that does not waver in seasons, the pose instills inner peace and concentration," writes Akshar. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now How to do: Stand and transfer weight onto your left leg. Position the right foot sole on the inner thigh of the left leg (not the knee). With hands clasped prayer-fashion at the chest, or arms raised overhead. Aloft, find a stationary point to look at and fix for 5 to 8 breaths. Reverse sides. Significance of Yoga Yoga naturally evokes a responsible lifestyle and awareness. It encourages individuals to make decisions that are sustainable, ethical, and in harmony with nature. It suggests being aware of the impact of our consumption, habits, and attitudes on the environment. By performing yoga regularly, humans become attuned to their environment and more willing to coexist with nature in harmony with the earth's natural rhythms. It creates a feeling of interdependence between one's well-being and the world's well-being and reminds them that they go side by side.
News18
6 days ago
- Health
- News18
Eco-Yoga: How Conscious Practice Can Heal Both You and the Planet
Last Updated: Yoga isn't just a path to inner peace, it's a mindful journey that nurtures the Earth through sustainable choices and daily intention. Yoga isn't just a path to inner peace—it's also a way to nurture the world around you. Embracing eco-yoga means aligning your wellness routine with environmentally conscious choices. It's about understanding that your daily habits—from the clothes you wear to the food you eat—have an impact on the Earth. 'Yoga teaches us to live with awareness, simplicity, and compassion," says Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, author and founder of Akshar Yoga Kendraa. 'When you heal yourself, you begin to heal the planet. Yoga encourages a minimalist lifestyle and reminds us that we are a part of nature—not separate from it." From switching to sustainable yoga gear to adopting a plant-based diet, eco-yoga is about taking mindful steps toward balance, both within and beyond. 'It's not just physical exercise," Akshar explains. 'Practising yoga is a sacred offering to the Earth. It cultivates deep respect for all living beings and promotes a way of life that's gentle on the planet." 6 Simple Eco-Yoga Practices to Embrace Daily 1. Healing Walk Begin your morning with a barefoot walk on grass. Extend your arms shoulder-width apart, palms facing each other, and sync your breath with your steps. Start with 2–3 minutes, gradually increasing to 10. It grounds your body and centers your mind. 2. Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) From all fours, curl your toes under and lift your hips to form an inverted V. Try to press your heels toward the ground. Hold for 10 seconds. This pose improves blood circulation and helps calm the nervous system. 3. Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) Stand tall and place your right foot on your left inner thigh. Raise your arms overhead with palms together. Gaze at a fixed point and hold for 5 seconds. This pose enhances balance, stability, and concentration. 5. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana) On hands and knees, inhale as you arch your back and lift your chest (cow), and exhale as you round your spine and tuck your chin (cat). This sequence improves spinal flexibility and boosts energy flow. 6. Scorpion Pose (Vrschikasana) (Advanced) Start in a forearm stand. Walk your feet in, then kick up one leg at a time. Once stable, bend your knees and bring your feet toward your head. Hold for 5 seconds. This challenging pose builds strength and sharpens mental focus. By integrating these mindful movements and eco-conscious choices into your routine, you not only deepen your yoga practice but also contribute to the well-being of the Earth. Because true balance begins when we honour both body and planet.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Broome County Sheriff, Undersheriff discuss leadership skills
TOWN OF DICKINSON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar and his Undersheriff Sam Davis were presenters at a networking event on Thursday, not to discuss law enforcement, but leadership skills instead. Akshar and Davis were guests of the Upstate New York Business Meet-Up, which is co-organized by Davis's wife Amira. Aside from their law enforcement careers, both Akshar and the Davis's run consulting firms. Akshar Consulting focuses on security strategies for businesses and large events. The Davis's operate D5 Consulting Group which offers training in leadership and workplace violence prevention. They believe leadership training is ineffective or non-existent in many businesses and organizations. 'I worked at a company before where I did training and it was on a computer. What would I do on a computer? I would sit at the computer, and I would hit the fast forward button and I wouldn't pay any attention to anything that I was supposed to be learning or absorbing,' said Amira. 'There can only be one true leader. But as my role is, as a number two with him, I think it's a different perspective. Talking about your perspective of each person's role, knowing the role is very important,' said Sam. Amira says D5 runs trainings that are interactive and participatory. She says building relationships is key to good leadership. Akshar founded his small consulting business in 2019 when he was still a State Senator. Now, he oversees a Sheriff's Office with nearly 300 employees. 'It's really about empowerment and it's really about team for both Sam and I. We've come to find that as the leaders of the organization, you can set mission, you can set direction, but at the end of the day, it really requires you to bring the collective group of people together to execute that mission,' said Akshar. The Upstate New York Business Meet-Up is a free monthly event meant to encourage networking across the Southern Tier. It meets every third Thursday of the month from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in a different location between Binghamton, Elmira, Corning, Watkins Glen and Ithaca. For more information, click here. Aliza Spencer Friendship Day honors legacy of murdered Binghamton student Maine-Endwell Odyssey of the Mind team headed to world competition Local leaders prepare to hit the runway for Mothers and Babies Fashion Gala Spotlight on Broome County Humane Society Broome County Sheriff, Undersheriff discuss leadership skills Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Akshar buys full page ads to explain ICE cooperation
BROOME COUNTY, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – After his town hall in Endicott was cut short last week, Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar has found an alternate way to get his message out about his department's cooperation with ICE. The Sheriff's Office has purchased a full-page ad in the Press & Sun-Bulletin three times this week. It's laid out in question-and-answer format and explains how Akshar says his department serves warrants on behalf of ICE and holds some of its detainees. Akshar tells News 34 that the questions are ones they've largely fielded from the community. And he says he considered submitting a guest viewpoint to the paper but that it would have limited him to 500 words. The ads, which ran Sunday, Monday, and Friday cost the Sheriff's Office $2,400. On Tuesday of last week, a scheduled town hall at the Endicott Visitors Center descended into chaos after criminal justice reform activists began shouting questions and demands in protest of the Sheriff's agreement with ICE. BCSO Featured Warrant: Crystal Collier Akshar buys full page ads to explain ICE cooperation Vestal PD Narcotics Unit, NYSP combine for fentanyl bust in Binghamton VINES hosting 11th Annual Spring Farm to Table Dinner State DMV asking New Yorkers to register as organ donors Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Yahoo
Copper thieves drop cable into Susquehanna River
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Some determined, and misguided, copper thieves attempted a brazen theft that has result in a large copper cable being dropped into the Susquehanna River. Authorities discovered last night that a thick braided copper cable that had been suspended above the river just downstream from the confluence in downtown Binghamton is now mostly in the water. That's because thieves caused the wire to become detached from the utility pole on the southside of the river. They even fashioned a makeshift ladder by nailing boards to the pole. Last night, crews secured the cable on the north side, and Binghamton Police have launched an investigation. A DEC spill response worker was on the scene this morning. The DEC is expected to oversee the removal of the cable later today. Copper thieves drop cable into Susquehanna River Rumble Ponies return to Mets' TV broadcast in 2025 Margaretville teacher & student charged after student brings BB gun to school Sheriff Akshar's public safety meeting turns chaotic ICE agent impersonations spike in wake of immigration crackdown Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
