Swadhyay – Knowing the Hidden Self

About the program

We are often immensely enamored by the external world and seek happiness inside through measurable ambitions and tangible success acquired outside, while all tangible success nourishes the visible side of the self, but more often struggles to explain the state of mind and the soul.  The contentment of mind and soul is not always within the visible realm. The true seeker of happiness looks for the unending bliss that integrates the body, mind and soul and often delves inside for continued happiness. Most of us believe that happiness is an end goal, and happiness should prevail in its manifested form throughout our existence like a smooth straight line. To the contrary when confronted with professional challenges and personal crisis we lose our balance and composure.  It takes immense courage and resolve to stay calm and restful during tough and challenging times. Swadhyay gives an opportunity to dive deep within the self and discover the mental models and defilements.  It is a program that helps strike the delicate balance between the inner and outer world, spiritual, professional, physical, and social world, through a deep dive inside.
‘Swadhyay’ means knowing and understanding the true self. This 21-day program gives participants ample time to discover themselves and their inner beauty and reality. Participants get a chance to delve deep into their strengths and weaknesses and understand who they really are. They are put through challenging situations and divine experiences that they reflect write and discuss about. These reflections and discussions help them in bringing about a positive change in their life and they ultimately develop into better human beings with a more meaningful life.

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Objectives

Identifying and understanding self
Self – refinement and mindful self – engagement
Management Perspectives and learning to apply them
Assimilation and synthesis of integrating personal and professional life
Substantial investment of time and space in finding the sources of happiness and actualization

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Takeaways

Discover your inner self in depth
Identify and reflect what triggers the mind during challenging situations
Learn how to balance all aspects of life
Find purpose and meaning in life, including dealing with suffering with integrity and sense of responsibility

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For Whom

This program is for those who desire to invest in self and create change for the better. Those who want to go an extra mile to discover the nuances of their inner self in its true depth. It offers an opportunity to those looking to acknowledge and elevate inner potential. It is for those who thrive to be a leader and would love to experience self-confrontation in various situations including self-dependence and solitude. We focus on those who wish to see change happening in present. The participants can range from individuals to large corporates attempting to take themselves closer to their finest self. The program strengthens you to express and offers time, space, and ambience to seek the self without disassociating with the vital others around. Aimed at individuals, groups and corporates envisaging change as a habit coming through personal maturity and professional conviction.

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Pedagogy

This program will be delivered using a rich and healthy mix of interactive sessions, intense introspection, experience sharing, reflections, experiential exercises, role-plays,, case discussions, intense physical and adventurous activities, yoga and meditation and learn-by-doing techniques to help the participants imbibe the themes and translate the learning into skill.  Participants will be encouraged to examine their assumptions for greater clarity and useful action planning.  

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About the Journey

Kumaon region is known as Dev Bhoomi (Land of the Gods), while Himalayas are known as peace bringers, providing spiritual backdrop and attracting peace seekers for thousands of years. The setting of this program is in the Kumaon Himalayas in altitudes varying from 5000 to 10000 Ft above MSL. The journey begins with Kathgodam (1,485 ft.) with a serenic view of mountains all around leaving you awestruck with their beauty. The views are more mesmerizing when we move up to Mukteshwar, Shaama, Sattal, Patal Bhubaneswar and the shores of Ramganga. Such locations offer the opportunity to introspect amidst the towering presence of the snow-clad mountains, evergreen valleys, pristine meadows and flowing rivers. While nature offers a humbling experience, Himalayas force one to seek the truth.

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Program Offerings

Yoga: Asanas, Pranayama & Meditation
Ancient Wisdom: Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Eastern & Western Philosophies
Activities: Trekking, Rappelling & Rock Climbing, Village tour, Treasure hunt, Camping and Water sports
Discussions: Case discussions on Knowing self, SWOT Analysis, Finding your IKIGAI, Revisiting Mental Models, Rational vs Emotional Self, Mindfulness, Managing Conflict, Communication, Focus, Conscious Leadership, Self-Analytics,Groups & Group Behaviour, Decision Making , Applying Ancient Wisdom at Work, Authentic Happiness, Managing Change Deep Work– Theory and Deep Work-Application.

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