Tara speaks with Mahesh Natarajan, COO of Ananda in the Himalayas, about the resort's focus on ancient Indian philosophies and their holistic approach to wellness. They discuss visiting spiritually formed caves in the Himalayas, ancient Indian philosophies incorporated into wellness retreats, integrated healing for physical and emotional imbalances, and the significance of music and art in alternative healing.
Ananda in the Himalayas combines ancient Indian philosophies with expert-led wellness therapies for physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation.
The resort focuses on the interplay between deep emotional healing and other energy-level work, recognizing the interconnectedness of emotional and physical health.
The COO of Ananda emphasizes the importance of finding one's own path to mindfulness and embracing the healing potential within us.
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Ananda: A Transformational Wellness Retreat
Ananda in the Himalayas is a destination spa resort that combines ancient Indian philosophies with expert-led yoga, Ayurveda, breath work, meditation, and other international wellness therapies. It offers a perfectly balanced approach to physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation.
Ananda's Location and Ancient History
Ananda is located in Uttarakhand, India, a region rich in ancient history, culture, and spirituality. This is where yoga and Ayurveda originated thousands of years ago. The setting in the Himalayan foothills, with the pristine Ganges River flowing nearby, adds to the spiritual and energetic atmosphere.
Guests and Programs at Ananda
Ananda attracts a wide range of guests, from those seeking rejuvenation and traditional wellness practices to individuals with chronic health issues or emotional struggles. The resort offers tailored programs, such as Ayurvedic Panchakarma and meditation-based journeys, typically lasting two to three weeks. The integrated approach combines Ayurveda, yoga, emotional therapy, and other traditional practices.
Interplay of Emotional Healing and Energy Work
Ananda emphasizes the interplay between deep emotional healing and other energy-level work. Emotional issues are seen as interconnected with physical health, and therapies are designed to address both aspects. Examples include using mantras and chanting, aura scanning, trauma release, and yogic cleansing practices to achieve transformative effects.
The Personal Journey and Takeaways
The COO of Ananda shares his personal journey of rediscovering and embracing the wisdom of his cultural heritage. He incorporates practices such as chanting mantras and mindfulness into his daily life. He also highlights the importance of finding one's own path to mindfulness and offers a reminder that the healing is within us, with guidance available to support the journey.
Tara sits down with Mahesh Natarajan, COO of the leading destination spa resort Ananda in the Himalayas, to explore insights from one of the premiere getaways for physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation. They also discuss Ananda’s specialties: ancient Indian philosophies combined with expert-led yoga, ayurveda, breathwork, meditation, and other international wellness therapies.