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Meditation is essential for a disciplined mind and a healthy body – Dr Vijay Dhasmana

Published on: May 7, 2024

Meditation is essential for a disciplined mind and a healthy body – Dr. Vijay Dhasmana

A two-day workshop on ‘Science of Joyful Living’ conducted

A two-day workshop was held at the Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), Jollygrant, based on the teachings of Guru Dev Dr. Swami Rama on the ‘Science of Joyful Living’. The workshop provided detailed information on the concept of a healthy mind and body.

The workshop, held at the Mother Teresa Auditorium of the Himalayan College of Nursing, was inaugurated by the lighting of lamps before the portrait of revered Guru Dev Dr. Swami Rama by Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of the University, along with Dr. Vijendra Chauhan, Dr. Prakash Keshaviaah, and Dr. Hemchandra Pandey. The workshop was organized in various phases based on Dr. Swami Rama’s teachings on yoga and meditation.

During the opening session of the workshop, Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of SRHU, shared insights on positive thinking and the mind-body connection. Dr. Dhasmana stated that the purpose of the workshop was to focus on the concept of a healthy mind in a healthy body.

Dr. Vijendra Chauhan, Director General (Academic Development) atS RHU, provided detailed information about the integral relationship between the body and mind, emphasizing the role of meditation in promoting mental peace.

Dr. Renu Dhasmana, Deputy Principal (Administration) of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) and senior ophthalmologist at Himalayan Hospital, mentioned that complete health depends on a balanced diet.

Dr. Prakash Keshaviaah shared extensive information on the integration of yoga and science, stating that breathing exercises (pranayama) are essential for breath, and meditation is crucial for maintaining a calm mind.

Nursing Advisor Dr. Kathy provided training on respiratory and physical exercises. In the final session of the workshop, expert speakers gave satisfactory answers to the participants.

70% of diseases are caused by mental disorders
Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of SRHU, Jollygrant, mentioned that in 1968, Guru Dev Dr. Swami Rama stated that 70% of physical diseases arise from mental disorders. Meditation is necessary to discipline the mind. Physical illnesses can be controlled through meditation. Modern medical science also supports this view today. Yoga teaches how to maintain a healthy mind amid fear, mental depression, and despondency.

Breath is the link between the body and the mind
Dr. Vijay Dhasmana stated that breath is the link between the body and the mind. For a healthy body, it is crucial to have a calm mind. Meditation is necessary to calm the mind. A calm mind will keep positive energy within us. Although meditation takes time, it is straightforward. It is essential to meditate twice a day.

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