YOGA By Yoga is meant the attempt to unite with God. It is clear that depending upon the concept of God, one's method to unite with Him, to seek him, will differ. The greatest obstacle to achieve our natural state of identity with Atman is our false identification with the mind and body. Yoga teaches us to remove this false illusion and perceive the reality. The practice of austerity and sadhana is, therefore,recommended in different types of Yoga. Moreover, renunciation of all sense enjoyment connected with body and mind, and discrimination between permanent and transient is also emphasized. Depending upon the inclination, persons are divided in many types. Some are interested in'Doing good to the society through social reforms and work-'KarmaYoga', Others are interested in devotional activities like rituals of worship, singing glory of the god and goddesses -'Bhakti Yoga', some try to control their minds by psychic conventions -'Raja-Yoga', and still others are of philosophical bent, and they, through intense power of discrimination and intellect, are capable of renouncing what they think as temporary -'Jnana Yoga'. VASTU SHASTRA Vastu Shastra is a result oriented science and an ancient Hindu Traditional practice. It suggests ways in which we can live in tune with the laws of nature so that we can be healthy, work efficiently which results in prosperity. As per Vastu philosophy, here are a few examples of the locations and directions one should follow: SLEEP One should never repeat never sleep with the head towards the north and legs towards the south. However, whilst sleeping legs should be facing west and the head should be in the east. This will give one mental peace, good thoughts and spirituality. BEDROOMS The Southwest portion of the house is where the bedroom should be located. CHILDREN'S ROOM The children's Bedrooms should be in the Northwest or Westside for better concentration. KITCHEN The kitchen may be located in the southeast corner of the house. Agni is the God of Fire, which is the presiding deity of the South East. STUDY ROOM The best locations for the study room are the north, east and northeast. DINING ROOM Dining room should be located in the east, west or north near the kitchen. BATHROOM The Bathroom should never be constructed in the center or in the Southwest corner of the house. East is the place of the bathroom. DRAWING ROOM The Drawing Room should be preferably in the northeast or north or the east but not in the southwest portion of the house. Additional Vastu Tips a. While sleeping your head should be towards the east or south. b. There should be no noise while opening the doors and windows especially the entrance door. c. Shoes and slippers should not be scattered all over the house, as this leads to feud. d. Keep cash and jewelry in the safe or locker, which opens in the north. e. Your face should be towards the east while cooking food. The cupboard containing food articles should be towards your right. f. Change the bed-sheets during day time. g. Comb and other beauty aids should be kept neatly at the right place. h. Change the night suit before 8 o’clock in the morning. i. It is very auspicious to view rising sun after taking bath in the morning.
