Yoga
Yoga, one of the six great philosophies of India, is a great Indian gift for mankind. Yoga is a life of self-discipline based on the tenets of “simple living and high thinking”. The word ”Yoga” in Sanskrit means ‘union’, of Individual Self and Universal Self. Yoga teaches us to learn living with a balanced mind in given circumstances. Various Yogic postures increase the strength and stability of our body, a prerequisite to the stability of mind.
Various methods of Yoga having the common ultimate goal of Samadhi(a state of deep meditative contemplation which leads to higher consciousness), are broadly classified into 4 streams viz.
- Karma Yoga (Work, Service)
- Bhakti Yoga (Devotion, worship)
- Jnana Yoga (Philosophy, Wisdom), and
- Raja Yoga (Mind control, Meditation)
Hatha Yoga (Ha: sun, Tha: moon; the balance of two qualities) is a part of Raja Yoga and controls the mind through Asana, Pranayama, Mudra (voluntary action), and Bandha (voluntary action to generate positive pressure).
Ayurveda has included Yoga as a part of an ideal lifestyle. Yoga can be classified as mind-body medicine and has a very wide and comprehensive potential for the development of physical, mental, and social health. Yoga has beneficial effects on the body as well as mind and is therefore accepted as complementary to standard management of various chronic diseases including arthritis.
At Saranya, we have incorporated a yoga program that suits the physical limitations of the treatment program while still engaging the patient mentally and spiritually.
Dr. Sreelakshmi E
Yoga Instructor and Ayurvedic Doctor
Dr. Sreelakshmi’s path began with a deep curiosity about how the mind and body influence each other. This curiosity led her to pursue a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) at Ayurveda College in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University), where she learned to view health through the lens of doshas, diet, and daily routines. Alongside her medical studies, she trained as a Certified Yoga Instructor (RYT 200) at Bodhi School of Yoga, Hyderabad. This training enabled her to combine traditional yoga techniques with therapeutic applications, focusing on Hatha, Vinyasa, and Restorative Yoga.
Over time, she began integrating these teachings through her online presence on Instagram (@_adhyatma_yoga), where she conducted yoga sessions and shared wellness content rooted in both Yoga and Ayurveda. Her sessions emphasized not only flexibility and strength but also internal harmony—helping participants connect with their breath, manage stress, and align their routines with Ayurvedic principles. Through this digital platform, she has built a vibrant community that resonates with holistic well-being and conscious living.
One of her most fulfilling experiences was leading the “Mastering Pranayama” workshop series, held between February and May 2025. These sessions introduced participants to the depth of yogic breathing and its therapeutic potential. The workshops blended ancient pranayama techniques with modern wellness perspectives, empowering individuals to incorporate simple yet powerful practices into their daily lives.
Beyond teaching, Dr. Sreelakshmi specializes in designing personalized wellness programs that combine Ayurvedic diet recommendations, detox routines, and therapeutic yoga plans to address concerns such as back pain, PCOD, and anxiety. She believes that every person’s path to well-being is unique and that true health is achieved not through intensity, but through consistency, awareness, and compassion toward the self.
Her ultimate goal is to continue blending traditional wisdom with contemporary health approaches—bridging ancient sciences and modern lifestyles to foster a more mindful and balanced world.