Success Story – Catalysts of Social change
3 students Lavanya, Akshata and Nisha, who attended the Disha’s certification course on “Personality Development and Life Skills based on Values” in BSVP College, Vijayanagar thought of utilizing their vacation in a best way. Inspiration from the sessions translated into actions by involving themselves with school team of Disha thereby serving the society. They dedicated
My Inspiration : Bismarck of India
What does SardarVallabh bhai Patel mean to all of us? Back in 1947 India was divided into 2 nations, British had handed over all their directly controlled provinces and 565 self governed princely states had been freed from British suzerainty. In such tumultuous times, Sardar displayed his true stature befitting the title of ‘Iron Man
Rukmini Devi-An epitome of compassion and kindness
At an age when most people try to give up on life, Smt.Rukminidevi aged 93, from Bangalore used her savings to build a home for the elderly at Yelahanka, Bangalore. Later she purchased a 3 acre plot in Suddekunte village, Madhugiri taluk of Tumkur district and created a safe space for the aged called “Atmanjali”
Tame your Anger with 4 A s’
Although the common roots of anger are fear, pain, frustration or feeling of uncertainty, in most cases, one of the major causes of anger is helplessness. When a situation is unacceptable, unbearable or lies outside our circle of influence, we feel helpless. This feeling of helplessness results in anger. Anger manifests in various forms depending
Ardha Chakra Asana
In Sanskrit, Ardha means half, Chakra means wheel and Asana means a pose. This yoga posture is good for flexibility of the back and neck. It strengthens the back muscles and tones the organs in the abdomen, improving their functions. STEPS Tadasana: Stiti: Legs together, hands by the side of the body, spread toes press
Disha – College Report: September 2018
Orientation Programs (PDP) The powerful introduction proved not only to be thought-provoking, but also convinced the students that the workshop was going to be unique. The 45-minute Yoga session conducted by the trained Yoga master lifted their spirits and the energy level. The group counseling sessions helped the students introspect and stressed the importance of
The Last Stand (21 Vs 10,000 Soldiers)
Battle of Saragarhi – the story of action, bravery, pride, valor, sacrifice and above all truth. This is the story of 21 Sikh men of the 36thSikh regiment of the British army. On 12th September 1897, 21 Sikhsoldiers defended the saragarhi outpost in the hills of North –West frontier province against 10000 Afghan tribesmen. The
T T Rangarajan – Change beliefs to change Yourself
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Disha: Viveka Vikasa Report for the month of September 2018
Half-day personality development workshop Half-day personality development workshop on know yourself, know your country and culture was conducted in the school mentioned below. The studentsactively took part in the activities and involved in learning new things which was taught. The students were inspired by knowing the richness of the Country and Culture which they never
Success Story – Source of Transformation
A source of inspiration and a sense of satisfaction to see the transformation happening in students immediate after our “Disha-VivekaVikasa” classes in government schools where we conduct 12 sessions for 6weeks regularly for 90mins. ‘Abhishek’, a 10th standard student from “Domlur government High school”, just after the session by us on “Social Responsibility” (involving completion
Prof.Alok Sagar- Messiah for the Tribals
We have read stories on how graduates from top universities have taken initiatives to support poor but not many go and live with them. Prof Alok Sagar, an ex-IIT Delhi professor, left his lucrative job in 1982 to serve tribals, work for upliftment of women and stay connected to nature. Besides having graduate and Masters degree from IIT
PARSVA KONASANA
Parsvakonasana is a part of the primary series of Ashtanga yoga and key components of other styles of yoga. The name comes from the Sanskrit, parsva, meaning side or flank, kona, meaning angle, and asana, meaning posture. The parsvakonasana poses both require balance and flexibility. Yoga Journal claims that the practice of this asana improves and strengthens the legs, knees,