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Hans India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Applying Yoga model Pancha Kosha in investment decisions
Success in investing is possible and fortunately there's no one way of doing things. One could follow fundamental analysis or technical analysis, but either way if they don't have a grip on themselves, it could turn futile. When investing in equities, one must just not know about the stock or company, but also the business they operate in, the macro environment, the regulatory and government policies, the future trends, and even one's own risk tolerance. I would like to draw parallel to the concept of Pancha Kosha in Patanjali Yoga to comprehend investing. Per this philosophy, the human being is understood to have five layers or covers or sheaths called Pancha Kosha, each representing the level of awareness that veil the true self within. By exploring each layer, the practitioner moves closer to oneness or union, the ultimate objective in yoga and the very meaning of it. The five kosha are: Annamaya Kosha, Pranamaya Kosha, Manomaya Kosha, Vijnanamaya Kosha and Anandamaya Kosha. Annamaya Kosha could simply be expressed as the physical body i.e., the organs, the bones, muscles and skin that makes up the body. This is the outermost layer or the exterior, the most tangible aspect of human body. Yoga helps to get aware of one's body before trying to better it. While employing fundamental analysis, an investor should seek for the most material information about a company. This includes the balance sheet, their assets & liabilities, the products/services, their geographical exposure or presence, the buildings, factories and other similar tangible information. This helps to assume the nature of the company, if it would experience seasonality, does it have enough reserves to counter any downturn and wither a stiff competition, etc. For someone employing technical analysis, price is the most prominent and immediate parameter that determines the collective market information of a stock. Pranamaya kosha simply means the prana in the body i.e., the vitality, the energy in the body. The practice of yoga in this kosha would concentrate on the energy in the body and how it flows within. It governs all the physiological activities of the body from pumping blood to breathing and to digestion of food, etc. The prana of any organization is the cash available. The cash flow analysis and the free cash helps us gauge how profitable their operations are. The income statement could throw light on this. Of course, the various ratios, for instance, the debt to equity, debt servicing, etc., help us assess the health of the company. Volume of the stock determines an equivalence of prana for a technical analystexploring a stock. It defines how liquid the stock and indicates the demand-supply - a pseudo of the interest among the traders. Manomaya kosha is the mental or emotional state of the body per the yoga sutras. This third sheath corresponds to our mind expressed as feelings, thoughts and sensations which forms the thought process. This is the psychological or emotional channel that has formed over the period through intentions, thoughts, actions and experiences that ultimately form our behavioral patterns, habits and character traits. This allows us to receive, process information from and respond to the market. Technical analysis best reflects this, as the whole study involves about patterns - current and past, the possible trends, the recurrence of past patterns, etc. The various patterns formed by the price along with the volume allows the analyst to anticipate a possible market movement for a stock from a similar price action in the past. (The author is a partner with 'Wealoticy Analytics', a Sebi-registered research analyst and could be reached at [email protected])
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Yoga for mental, physical, and spiritual well-being: How Patanjali helps
(Image: patanjaliproducts/Instagram) Stress, tensions, overwhelm, anxiety, lack of physical activity, and much more, are just the common friends people have today. And as unhealthy lifestyles increase, it becomes hard to find time to focus on personal well-being. Be it managing stress, trying to stay fit, or even answering the deeper question in life. Humans are just in a state of always doing something, but hardly achieving anything. However, over time, one path that has helped people is Yoga. Yoga, meditation, spirituality, manifesting and affirming techniques, and much more are now giving people the time off they deserve and their bodies need. Rooted in ancient traditions, Yoga is not a new trend. It is based on thousands of years of teachings, practices, Yoga sutras, and much more. Yoga has always helped people focus on creating balance between the body, mind, and spirit, and in a busy era, this approach is just what people need. The physical benefits by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo One of the main reasons people are drawn to yoga is its positive impact on physical health. The practice involves a series of asanas that help improve flexibility, strength, and posture. Regular practice of Yoga also helps relieve common health issues like back pain, joint stiffness, and fatigue. And unlike many modern fitness routines that put their focus on high-intensity workouts, Yoga focuses on controlled movements and mindful breathing. This makes it doable for people of all ages and fitness levels, and does not put strain on the body. Moreover, Patanjali Yoga includes practices like Pranayama, Anulom Vilom, Kapalbhati, and much more, that helps maintain good health overtime. Mental well-being Even beyond the physical benefits, Patanjali Yoga is well-known for its effects on mental health. In a world where anxiety and stress are increasingly common, many have turned to yoga as a natural coping tool. Why? Because in a way, these asanas and breathwork encourage mindfulness, and being present in the moment. Breathing exercises and meditation techniques taught in Yoga help calm the nervous system, clear the mind, and improve concentration. Over time, regular practitioners feel a difference in themselves, feeling more balanced, less reactive to stress, and better equipped to handle life's challenges. Spiritual growth with Yoga For people who wish to see more than physical and mental benefits, Yoga also helps them dive into spiritual journeys. As you breathe, and meditate, and start being more mindful, you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and the world. The main teachings of Yoga are all about self-discipline, inner reflection, and ethical living, and then through the asanas, practices, and more, people start to look within themselves, answering the deeper questions of life. How Baba Ramdev and Patanjali Ayurved help When we talk about Yoga today, one cannot miss thinking about Baba Ramdev and Patanjali Ayurved. Baba Ramdev has played a major role in making yoga more popular and accessible to people across India and around the world, and from his television programs, public yoga camps, and books, he has taught simple yoga techniques that people of all ages can practice at home. His focus on using yoga to manage everyday health issues, along with his clear and easy style of teaching, has encouraged so many people around the world to include yoga in their daily lives, and in every home there is one elder member who still tunes in to Baba Ramdev's videos every morning and follows along with his Yogic techniques.
