TESTIMONIALS

Namaste. In our life, we come across so many people some stick with us longer and some just come and go however, one thing is for sure that all of them leave some sort of energy imprint behind either positive or either negative. More often then not we are not highly awakened and consciously aware of the impact of any person on our energy levels and unknowingly we let them affect our balance of life. Shrinka didi’s knowledge on the subject and sadhana is so deep that if you meet her even once you will not fail to notice the kind of energy she is emitting. I am blessed that I did this class with her and understood the true meaning of our “Santana Dharma”. Today there is no real practitioner of “Santana Dharma” are left and people don’t have even a vague idea what it means to be a follower. The practices are liberating and are so powerful that they can change the course of your life in a very short period for good. I am a living example who thanks to my guru “Shrinka Didi” has now been put in tune with the "Prakriti/nature” and I am enjoying every moment of my life which was a struggle a year back. If you really want to understand why do you struggle with some relationships and why do you thrive with others or you want to know why is that you succeed while you are working away from your home and fail at the same work while being closer to your home you need to understand how the “Energies” are working for you. Liberate yourself with this knowledge.
Vipin B

“In the months since I’ve started with Shrinka, I’ve developed a new relationship with my body. I’ve been able to use it correctly, and notice how much more flexible I’ve become, and strengthened in areas I had never thought about. She is a great yoga teacher: friendly, down to earth, precise, gauging workouts for many levels of experience, and pushing you in thoughtful ways. I highly recommend her classes.”
-~ Gaby A

All my life for some strange reason I have secretly craved for Drama!  Lots of twists and turns and obstacles that required lots of time and effort on my part. I think it gave me a sense of achievement, made life worth living and kept me busy. It somehow never occurred to me that  by getting busy in creating and resolving issues, I was simply keeping myself away from any true and meaningful contemplation.

We have only covered 8 sutras of the Samadhi Pada so far. which is technically not a whole lot but still with  whatever limited understanding I have gained, it makes me feel and act like a different person (most of the times). It has strengthened my belief in the universe and the karmas. Now I don't feel the need to control and plan how things will pan out in my life. I know that there is a bigger plan, greater cause and reason that at present might be beyond my comprehension but i still respect and acknowledge its existence. 
Interestingly letting go of this control somehow makes me feel a lot more in-control of my act.  I am more relaxed and at peace than I have ever been before. Its not as if I don't falter  every now and then... the recovery time is much better. saves me lot of heartache and energy which i can then utilize for something more constructive. 
I am not looking for moksh, but some mental peace and faith in the almighty  is always welcome and very reassuring.
 Shipra... forever hungry 😔

Shrinka Agrawal's course on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is a careful examination of Patanjali's quintessential ancient text on yoga. Each sutra is discussed thoroughly in a manner that illuminates the context of the Sanskrit language, Hindu religion, Indian mythology, and yogic methodology. The sutras are also ingrained in the students' understanding through the active discussion of concepts and how they relate to one's present experience. Unlike other courses on this subject which are pre-recorded or limited to presentation, this class is a live transmission of knowledge from teacher to student, following a tradition that has been established in India for thousands of years. 
 
Personal testimonial 
 
Shrinka Ji is committed to each of her student's growth. Her sharp observation of life, her deep understanding of herself, and her layered knowledge of the sutras comes together in a beautiful, precise, and poetic manner which has proven to me time after time that she is a teacher whose perceptions can be trusted, and moreover, honoured. As an adult, it is rare to come in contact with a true acharya who is willing to invest her life into you and your spiritual development in such an honest and humble way. Her capabilities are such that she is able to teach many students at once, yet provide guidance that is personalized in a way to help each student overcome their specific obstacles. This alone is a tremendous gift. Her wit and clarity fosters a playful environment that makes me look forward to each time I gather with my class, which has become a community that I truly love. Beyond this, and a blessing to me, Shrinka Ji is also a patient nurturer who helps me transform at a pace that has allowed me to find my balance with each step. Shrinka Ji can help you get past your own limitations and I am grateful for the grace which has allowed me her attention. If you are truly willing to grow and you are eager to destroy the mental, emotional, and energetic barriers which keep you ignorant of your true nature, you would be wise to allow her to help you know your Self. 
Bianca J

SOUNDRAYA LAHARI - Experience Of Life !!!!! Waves of beauty and bliss.....

There are no mistakes ...the events we bring upon ourselves , no matter how unpleasant , are necessary to learn whatever steps we take , they're necessary to reach the places we've chosen to go  . I feel very fortunate that it is under your guidance and teaching Gurudev we are able to experience this beautiful journey . This experience is felt .....and is very difficult to describe it in a few words. But i shall try my best ......

The most powerful and beautiful form of goddess , each shloka has an extremely  powerful and deeper meaning .If  done properly as per tradition, chanting of Soundarya Lahari bestows both material prosperity and liberation to the devotees. Each shloka can be used to achieve a particular material or spiritual benefit as described , which includes rituals, mantra and offerings.

Life changes every minute of everyday . And so have i experienced it in these few months .... You look for love you find love ...you loose love. You realize that all along you've been loved. You cry ...you laugh...you do this ...you do that...you really wish you had'nt  done that . You learn from that and are glad you did it. You have your ups ...you have your downs... you see good movies ....you see bad movies.. You look at others and wish you were them. You then realize who they are and are glad that you are YOU. You love life ....and you hate it too. In the end , you just find yourself happy to be living life , no matter what's thrown at you. To live is the rarest thing in the world ...most people just exist. I just feel my every breath ......

 The capacity to be alone is the capacity to love . It is an existential truth. Only those people who are capable of being alone are capable of love, of sharing, of going into the deepest core of the another person ....without possessing the other , without being dependent on the other, without reducing the other to a thing, and without getting addicted to the other. They allow the other absolute freedom, because they know that if the other leaves they will be as happy as they are now. There happiness cannot be taken by the other , because it is not given by the other. Constant state of bliss......

In the end , only three things matter ..... how much you loved , how gently you lived and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you.

My journey so far !!!!!!! ............ and this just the beginning  .........

I was introduced to Shrinka by a common friend in 2013. I have met several people in my life, but not like Shrinka. She is a good human being with a vast knowledge of Vedic chanting and Numerology. The best thing about her is that she is not wasting this knowledge and is helping many people by solving their problems through chanting.

I am a very happy person and God has given me everything, but unfortunately I am surrounded by many problems and was losing confidence in life. It was at this time that Shrinka acted like a light house in the darkness. She helped me understand life from a new perspective, which boosted my confidence and energy and gave me a lot of positive attitude towards life. This perspective has brought tremendous positive change in my environment, relationships and day to day handling of life situations.

Shrinka has encouraged me constantly all these years. Although I was a practicing Hindu, Vedic chanting has opened the spiritual world of Ancient Indian civilisation before me. Her book of chants is a part of my daily routine. I can stay without food but not without that book. Its a blessing to me.  

I would specially like to state that chanting of the “Maha Ganesh Pancharatnam” is my favourite chant that Shrinka has taught me. It gives me a lot of peace and happiness. For all this I thank her and wish her all the best in life.  Love  

- Anita Aunty

I don’t know where to start from but would start from 2011. Since august of 2011 the health of all our family suddenly went to a crisis. Each and every one of the family were admitted to hospitals for various ailments. This tread went on a year becoming worse. During this period of crisis I had shared my worries with Shrinka and she explained me the important of cosmic energies and their corresponding effect on the physical world. I was open to open the ways the energies work. Shrinka took me through the logic behind the various ways one can strength the good energies and mitigate the effect of the negatives ones. As I was open to her guidance I started doing all the suggestions Shrinka suggested.

The first and foremost impact I had was inner peace, the ability to stay strong and tackle one problem at a time starting for parents health to financial problems. Within few months of doing chants suggested by Shrinka I was convinced I am doing the right thing. I saw a gradual and sustainable increase in our quality of like and had a sudden totally expected inflow of funds.
My full family as of now does chats daily and now we experience inner bliss and are witness to the magical effects of invoking the right energies.
​Shashank Shukla

Pranaam Aunty,
As always, articulation and expression go straight out of the window when it comes to sharing my experience with Soundarya Lahiri. However, I will still try below :
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'Soundarya Lahiri' is a course that I am taking with Shrinka Aunty for the second time in 5 years. To be able to do justice to my experience with it in a limited space / form will just not be possible but I will try. 
Soundarya Lahiri is the extremely coveted text given to us by Adi Shankaracharya – the one who re-established Sanatan Dharma in the country, uniformly. Some say he was an incarnation of Shiv, some say he was the best teacher – we don’t know. What we do know is that an understanding of this ancient, superlative reservoir of knowledge is available to us in the form of this enriching course.
The right knowledge can change anyone. But the right teacher can change everything.
Shrinka Aunty is a hard-working teacher who truly pushes you to think and reflect. My whole comprehension of what it means to 'think' about something changed under her tutelage. One of her greatest strengths is her own desire to never stop learning and as students, an ever-evolving teacher is possibly the biggest blessing.
This course has taught me humility, courage and determination, flowing from a bedrock of devotion. Soundarya Lahiri is all about invoking the Goddess *inside you*, with Her grace. 
It is a very unique, complex, potent and elusive practice which is ridden with dichotomy - and that's what makes it the most beautiful and enriching practice ever. How? Learning/practicing the Soundarya Lahiri expands your consciousness but it is also the epitome of Venetian energy and hence laden with material benefits/growth.
I'd like to think of myself as a sponge when I take this course. Just as a sponge absorbs water and grows when it is wet, my brain absorbs the knowledge and grows with each class. The emotions through this course have oscillated between euphoria, confusion, at least a 100 'oh my god' moments, gratitude, inexplicable crying, a sense of surrender, deep gratitude, curiosity, wonder, intimidation to name a few.
Extolling this course is not enough - one truly has to experience it to know.
'Soundarya Lahiri' translates (literally) to Waves of Bliss/Beauty and this course has lived upto its name in the truest sense. Because the bliss arising from spiritual illumination is unparalleled. Access to this divine knowledge and the tools for understanding and applying it have been life-changing.
​Forever indebted for the endless flow of knowledge and pushing our cognitive and mental faculties.
Lots of Love,
Vishwani
​-~Vishwani Marwah

I started the Yoga sutras class unaware of where this journey would lead me.  We have been weaving through philosophy, chanting, history and personal reflections.  Each week I see my ongoing upward growth through contemplation.  I feel so grateful that I have Shrinka ji to help guide me through this.  It has been one of the most important classes of my life.  As each layer of each sutra is peeled back, I feel myself also shedding a layer of skin revealing more and more.  I see more and more my illusions and in its place awareness and clarity.  This class is absolutely riveting and Shrinka ji makes this extremely challenging topic enjoyable and interesting.  I would highly recommend this for any person who wants a deeper understanding of their own nature.
Sonal Taylor

“Shrinka, your approach to yoga reminded me why I love to practice. Your sessions helped me focus on what’s really important to my yoga practice. I can’t tell you how much I needed the lessons and guidance you provided. Thank you, Shrinka. …I love your focus, your deep understanding of the body and its limits, your acceptance of all bodies!” 
-~ YSK

I fall short of words when writing a testimonial about this course which has become such an integral part of our daily lives. Calibrating energies has been a complete revelation for me. For a person who was so far apart from knowing her roots, this course has been life changing and has given me and my family a new direction and a way to live. I have come to recognize and appreciate how much wisdom our heritage has to offer us and Didi has taught us how to inculcate this in our daily lives which is just fantastic.
Its been completely exhilarating ( as well as humbling at times) knowing about the energies and how they effect us and what we can do about them! 

Shrinka Di , Thank you so much and I will be indebted forever for the guidance and love that you have given Bodh and me. I feel I have become a better mother and a better wife because of your teachings. I hope I am able to do some justice to whatever you have taught us. 
Please keep blessing us :) ​
Nisha P

Namaste Didi,
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for your guidance, support and mentorship. It has been an exhilarating and fantastic journey of 1.5 years so far where I have learnt and implemented the practices which have brought a magical and profound transformation in my life spiritually, personally and professionally.

The Calibrating Energies course helped me to develop a process over my innate need of not letting go, reduce fear and constant chatter inside my head, made me more likeable among friends, family and colleagues, made me more peaceful by understanding the energies around me and my own construct which played a vital role in my behaviour and repetitive patterns in my life.

After practicing Sadhna/Chanting I felt more conscious and alive for living the life. Life is so simple and it’s my own construct that is making it so complicated and difficult. Just practicing the Chants with devotion, faith and understanding the concept of energies has helped me rise above my basic construct and also accept my wife, son and father as they are without the need to change them and even love them more. I have been able to find the path to the solace and my growth personally is indeed a matter of conversion across my In-laws and my wife as well. It has helped me understand the relationship with my wife better, better understanding. the patience for my son also grew exponentially and in turn his affection for me also grew which I am cherishing each day.

Professionally I was able to break away from life patterns of leaving the jobs in a very negative manner, not only I was able to leave my previous job in a very positive note I also joined a MNC of repute which was a dream only till last year. I addition I had multiple great job offers which has not happened in my professional career of 12 years and was unimaginable for me. It’s something miraculous and to add cherry to the cake my relationship with my Ex-boss is still great. Again, with the help of the course and your guidance I have found a way to sustain professionally. Before the course I was not even aware what all energies were weak for me but after understanding the science of energies and your constant faith and guidance, not only I am able to restore the energies but also replenish the exhausted energies. And I can state with absolute confidence that the Celebrating energies course works brilliantly and scientifically for me.  The course has empowered me to continue to grow even after the course has ended and though the course has ended, I am following the learnt knowledge and its now a great way of living for me.

​Calibrating energies course made my life much easier and fulfilled spiritually, personally and professionally. Thank you again for just accepting me as your student, empowering me with the knowledge and astounding concepts for my entire life.
Namaste,
Bodh Prasher

Shrinka does a great job in helping folks understand themselves and their relationships. She makes it easy to see the facts and helps understand the possible causes and impacts.  

Her teachings are different in many aspects.

She does not advocate but express the reasons/rationale behind the advocacy. It worked very well with me. She has helped me understand the basics which are of immense help in everyday situations.

She is patient and adapts her teachings to the capability and learning style of the student. It is an amazing gift that she has. No matter how many students are in the class, she would do and say something so that each student is touched. Her perseverance helps folks with high resistance to continue on the path and eventually overcome.

She has taught me many Sahastranaams and it was her perseverance with me that has got me chanting them with love. Earlier, she used to teach them by advocating how it will help me. I do not recollect when she switched me into chanting them daily without end objective in mind. 

I have always believed in re-birth; however its meaning and karmic debt was understood under her guidance. She gives plenty of advice which I find very helpful in looking at the other side of the moon.

She is coach, guide and a friend; all rolled into one. She plays all these roles with ease and finesse.
​Mayank G

My idea of a relationship with God was much like most of ours- a silent conversation with ‘God’ at the beginning of the day or before sleeping at night- much like talking into thin air or talking to yourself, all the while telling yourself that there actually is someone out there listening to you and that it’s not weird at all. When I first met Shrinka Aunty, my mother had been going to her for about a month. Being an ardent (and silent) believer myself, I never really objected to the idea of going to this enigmatic lady who taught ‘the art of praying’. She seemed absolutely normal, another regular mortal, but she talked of energies and God and the universe in a way that wasn’t just completely outlandish but also very palatable- first time someone was talking to me about God in a language I actually understood. And not just praying, sitting with her in her energy infused room (it’s not a joke, there actually is a palpable spirit of positivity in there), she talked about life, self conduct and, most importantly, having a sense of humor. We all keep wondering if we’re on the right path, where are we heading, what is happening. Aunty has given me this invaluable knowledge where I- my physical body- is evidence to what is going wrong and how to correct it. That being said, on a very personal level, she has taught me in her own obscure way (actually, mostly by observing her go about her daily life) how to be emotionally centered, calm and secure- and that coming from a 20 year old boy, at the brink of his career, is no easy feat.
Raghav C

Chanting with Shrinka has been a sublime experience. My chanting joy has spread really rapidly in my family. In just few months of my chanting, both my children aged 7 and 4 are chanting shlokas with such ease! It has been amazing to see how easily they learn by just listening to elders chant and remember tough sanskrit shlokas by  heart! My daughter aged 3 now corrects my husband if he pronounces a syllable wrong in Mahaganesh Pancharatnam.

My son went with me on a piligrimage recently and chanted the entire 'Aditya Hridayam' at the ancient Unao Balaji sun temple. All the pandits were amazed and gathered to bless him.

These are very special blessings and experiences that now ground my children in their cultural and spiritual roots in a rapidly changing material world.

Although I was introduced to Saundarya Lahiri sadhna in 2015, I was never able to recite or understand this poem completely. The text had a perennial charm which made me want to do it again and again but there was always something because of which I was unable to do it. After many failed attempts, I realized that each word in this text constitutes the Goddess herself and its practice is impossible without her consent and grace. It was then, I decided to undertake this course with Shrinka Didda.

In each and every class, the manner in which didda explained shlokas and the description she gave of the Goddess, brought the Goddess right before our eyes and overwhelmed us with the feeling of bliss. The explanation of each word felt as if it were didda’s own experience of the Goddess and we in turn felt the words themselves constituted the Goddess.

While trying to understand each and every line of this potent hymn I myself was drawn closer to the Goddess. I was able to meditate on the mystery of the goddess’s role and nature and how to cultivate devotion towards her. These classes made me understand the true essence of the words like devotion and surrender and in fact, for the first time in my 7 years of chanting experience, I was able to rise over and above my material pursuits and completely surrender myself towards her.

A beautiful commentary somewhere read-

“Only the most fortunate few recognise and worship you as the flood of knowledge – bliss (chidAnada). While for every reader of Saundarya Lahiri , the beauty of the Goddess is fully experimental , but the people who can experience the bliss of Shiv-Shakti, that is cidanandlahiri are a fortunate few.”

To summarize, these classes for me were an experience of CHIDANANLAHIRI and I am fortunate to have learnt such blessed poetry. 

Thank you so much didda!! Without you this journey would not have been possible.
Love
Neha Kak

Words will never be enough
​​​I met Shrinka aunty as an out and out atheist. To this day, when following the path of truth, and praying has become as important as brushing. 'beta, what you don't know, how can you say you don't believe in it?' My quest to grow and know has expanded ever since I heard these golden words from her. She has been a teacher, a strict one, one that will try very hard to make you understand a lot more than you know about yourself. For me, she has been that diamond smith who batters the rock until it shines. Seeing my physical body becoming healthier and sturdier through this beautiful practice is only one of the smaller changes I've experienced. I'm looking forward to working on myself every day with her guidance that plays in my head all the time. 
Nishita B

"Shrinka is such a gifted instructor. I love the way she accommodates the different levels people are at seamlessly. Her voice is so motivating and she’s always teaching me new things. Shrinka has taught classes for friends and everyone raves about it!! Take a class with her. It will be the first of many for you!!” 
-~ R. Vilan

​I will humbly admit that I have never been a self-starter. Hence, I am always in need of a teacher, that too, the one who I can look up to, which matches my wave length and whose words & actions are in sync. The teaching style of Shrinka Di is like story telling. Mesmerizing! It’s like Eklavya is learning just by sitting alongside Guru Dronocharya. Yet, she leaves no stone unturned to answer your questions. In-fact, in my personal experiences, she knows your questions bare beforehand. Its like premonition. My life is guided by keeping it simple, logical, rational and keep questioning till you find answer.

I came to know about Shrinka Di 8 years ago (through my wife), but was dismissive of her (like any other spiritual guru). For the first 3-4 years, I was living in my own ignorance. Despite seeing positive changes in my wife, I wasn’t able to still come out of my shell and was keeping a distance. I was never against what Di taught but I was content with my ignorance & ego. But life is a great teacher. Homo-sapiens find humbleness only in face of adversity. I was no different. When going got tough, I said to myself-what’s the harm in consulting her. There are no side effects. That was my approach. How stupid! Nevertheless, it’s been 4 years and I have not looked back since then. My life has changed is so many different positive ways that sometimes even I cannot visualize such a change. Apart from positive materialistic changes, the learnings and practice has enriched my relationships all around. You start to operate at different level of conscious.

​Recently, I started doing classes of Soundarya Lahiri. Who am I to write a testimonial about Soundarya Lahiri. But I can vouch that juts by sitting through the class, learnings of Soundarya Lahiri, one realizes how ignorant we are about our own potential. Devi (shakti) is inside us and we are bounded by our own fears. The teaching of Soundarya Lahiri is deep, powerful and gut wrenching. They make you think deeply, give you a larger perspective of life, explains facets of yourself which you never imagined, compels you to do things which you thought you were not capable. 
Piyush Khanduja

“Shrinka is an excellent yoga instructor. She modifies the yoga poses she is teaching so class members can participate at their own skill level. Shrinka possesses such a positive energy. She makes an effort to really get to know her students and brings a total wellness approach to her teaching to improve the health and well-being of her students.”
-~ B. Hester

“I have taken many classes with Shrinka and have never been disappointed, whether it be a private, small class or large class setting. Shrinka always creates a fun, safe and meaningful experience for all participants – regardless of skill level, or physical limitations. Shrinka is extremely knowledgeable, caring and honest. I look forward to continuing my work with her at Sanchitta Yoga.” 
-~ Barbara D

“Shrinka is such a positive influence in her student’s life. Not only is she an amazing yoga teacher, she’s attentive, compassionate and caring. She gets to know her students and works with them to help them become their best version of themselves. I always look forward to her classes.”
-~ Debbie Z, Douglaston

Patanjali Yoga Sutra has been a life-altering course for me , in which I am finding new dimensions in every word explained. It is a subject worthy of contemplation and rumination of lifetime; such was the legacy of our ancestors. It is the ultimate Self help and a very clear direction and powerful tools for Self realization. Shrinka Di is an excellent Acharya and she is doing an enormous and fantastic job of explaining to us this beautiful work in an easy and succinct way. Not just she tries to explain this subject in different ways, she also makes us put this in our day to day life; which is the ultimate goal of taking us  one step closer to realizing ourselves. 
Few months in this course and I can see the shift in my mindset and attitude; I am quite excited to see what comes out at the other side once we complete this. 
Thank you Di, for imparting us this great knowledge and putting us on the path for transformation!
​Nisha

​"Shrinka is probably the best yoga instructor I have ever taken, and I have been taking yoga for quite a few years, at many different studios. Yoga is all about the teacher and the energy, and Shrinka's energy shines through. Shrinka inspires confidence. She takes me out of my comfort zone, challenges me, and makes those inversions seem easy. I always leave knowing I will have a better day!”
-~ Patricia S

"Sanchitta Yoga, has been an absolute gift to my life. After my first class, I felt a sense of peace and positivity. The studio radiates warmth, and it’s clear that Shrinka, has poured her heart into creating such a safe and welcoming space for everyone. The teacher is truly incredible and brings so much energy, knowledge, and compassion to every class. She make everyone feel seen and supported, no matter their level of experience. I never feel intimidated here; instead, I feel motivated and encouraged to challenge myself while honoring my body. The environment is inclusive, and the instructors always provide modifications to ensure every participant feels comfortable and capable. The community at Here and Now Yoga is something special. The positive vibes are contagious, and the connections I’ve made here have been so uplifting. Every class leaves me feeling stronger, more centered, and inspired. If you’re looking for a yoga studio where you’ll feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for, I can’t recommend Sanchitta Yoga enough. It’s more than a place to practice yoga; it’s a space where you can truly grow and thrive. Thank you to Shrinka Agrawal for creating such a wonderful oasis!”
​-~ Shay R, Floral

Namaste. Soundarya Lahiri sadhana with Shrinka didi has been one of the most Devine experiences. This is one of the most coveted text on Devi’s sadhana and there are very few teachers in this country who can teach the subject the way Shrinka didi does. I have had much life-changing experiences with her in the past and with those experiences, I can tell you that Shrinka didi ensures that whatever she teaches you it becomes your practice and part of your daily life. I was a non-believer a year back and today with her guidance I am someone who spends 3 hours of my day chanting. She suggests that “Soundarya Lahiri” is a very elusive subject and unless you have complete surrender and devotion it won’t work for you. It is very difficult for people in this day and age with so much ego and attachments behind them to surrender fully and Shrinka Ji is just the kind of “Guru” who knows how to make her students achieve it. Though I have only done sadhana of one shloka of “Soundarya Lahiri” with didi I can already feel “Devi's” grace upon me in every action that I take in my life. I am grateful and humbled that Shrinka didi has accepted me as her student on this path and I am confident that my journey which has just started is going to be a very exciting and fulfilling one. 
​-~Vipin Bhardwaj

Dear Di,
The Ancient Spiritual Ritual of Devi Puja, Now has a new meaning for me and the credit goes to you.
I am beginning to understand, the depth of meaning and spirituality enshrined in chanting. 
It has come to my awareness that chanting is not just a verbal exercise but also an expression of emotions and longing to reunite with our source.
love
Anju Sabharwal

Namaste. If you are a practitioner of yoga and have not done Yoga Sutras by Rishi Patanjali yet believe me you don’t know the essence of your physical practices. Any yoga practice without the knowledge of these “Sutras” is incomplete. Shrinka didi introduced me to physical practices of vinyasa yoga a year back when I was struggling to get rid of a back pain and with those practices, I could get rid of my physical pain completely. However, all of us are constantly in mental pain as well which can be more agonizing than physical pain. These pains as described by Rishi Patanjali are the main cause of any human being's misery and once you have understood it you can work on eliminating them with certain practices. Shrinka didi is a taskmaster and ensures that every single person in the group not only gets the meaning of it but also put it into practice. Today I understand the “vrittis” of my mind which leads us to klishta(pain) and with this knowledge I have become more established in myself and there is less anxiety and more calmness in me. My decision-making ability has become a lot better than before and I don’t feel any kind of compulsions in my life. The understanding of “Yoga Sutra” makes you equipoised and equips you to deal with any situation in life with detachment. This is a very liberating style of living and those who are seriously interested in moving beyond the physical practices to a higher realms of understanding should look to grab whenever there is a next class available. Thank you, Didi. 
​Vipin B