by Renu Gulati | Nov 18, 2020 | Practical Spirituality
We fought British colonialism valiantly and ended their rule on August 15, 1947. But the vestiges of the Raj continue to haunt some of us in our thinking and more so in our education system. There was so much of merit in our Gurukul system of education, where students...
by Renu Gulati | Nov 18, 2020 | Practical Spirituality
Shraadh, a period observed for the everlasting peace of our ancestors began this year on September 1 and will end on September 17. We carry the genes of our ancestors and their attributes and by worshipping them we bring out the best in ourselves, thereby making this...
by Renu Gulati | Nov 18, 2020 | Healthy Living
Let’s end non-Indian organisations’ near monopoly of giving accreditation to yoga schools and restore the concept of unity which yoga teaches us, says RENU GULATI Most yoga schools are turning to non-Indian organisations for accreditation. These organisations...
by Renu Gulati | Nov 18, 2020 | Healthy Living
Maintain positivity in front of others, while working out your negative issues in the background, because it is important to work for the greater good of the whole, which is a belief supported by Ayurveda as well, says RENU GULATI If one were to wear one’s self...
by Renu Gulati | Nov 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Rishikesh is the abode of the Rishis (sages) and has been ever since time immemorial. I first came here from the UK back in the ‘80s at a time when it was like a jungle. We stayed at the government guest house, as back then, there were barely any places to stay or...
by Renu Gulati | Nov 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Sanatan Dharma can be followed by the world to end racism, says RENU GULATI Iam of Indian Origin, born and bred in the UK, but I now live in India. I have seen racism in my own life. No nationality seems to be free from racism, including Indians here or...
by Renu Gulati | Nov 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
A celebration of the divine feminine energy, Durga, takes place twice a year, says RENU GULATI For most people, the Navaratras symbolise fasting, going to the Goddess’ temples and other ritualistic practices. For me, it also signifies a deeper connection to my heart,...