Vyayam

09/29/2025

12th Continuous Year of Alternate Day Fasting – Let’s Talk!

Curious about fasting?
Join me on Sunday, Oct 5 at 10:30 a.m. CST via Zoom, as I share my 11+ year Alternate Day Fasting journey!
On September 1, I stepped into my 12th continuous year of eating only every other day—doing a 36-hour water fast every alternate day for the last 11+ years.

I’m deeply thankful to the universe for the support I’ve received along the way—from my family, friends, and even kind strangers. ❤️
Over these 11+ years, many of you have asked me:
“How did you begin?”
“What do you eat?”
“What’s the toughest part?”
“How do you stay consistent?”
Now’s your chance to hear it all!
Join me for a live Zoom conversation as Dr. Kusum Knapczyk (Senior Lecturer & Hindi Coordinator at Duke University) interviews me about my fasting journey.

We’ll dive into:
How and why I started, and the lessons learned.
How I prepare for a fasting day—body, mind, and meals.
The physical, emotional, and spiritual side of fasting.
Tips for anyone curious to start their own fasting routine.
This free session is for you if you’ve ever been curious about fasting—or simply want to know how consistent habits can transform one’s health and mindset.
Interactive Q&A is encouraged!

Event Details-
Date: Sunday, October 5, Time: 10:30 a.m. CST / 9:00 p.m. IST
Join via Zoom: https://bit.ly/VidyaADF12
Zoom Meeting ID: 862 3099 0276 | Passcode: 403949

06/19/2025

Hello All.
If you have not yet signed up for our free International Day of Yoga ( https://tinyurl.com/idy25 ) and free Sunrise Yoga in the Park ( https://tinyurl.com/sunriseyoga2025 ), please do so ASAP.
We have exciting raffle giveaway prizes at both the events. Once you register at the links above, you will receive separate RSVP links for each of the events to be entered for raffle drawing.
No purchase is necessary for entering the raffle drawing, but you must RSVP through the separate raffle links, and attend the event in person to claim the prize.
Eleventh International Day of Yoga 2025 (June 28) Raffle Prizes
No. Raffle Provider Raffle Prize Estimated Value
1. Amitha Fashions - Free Clothing Store Gift Card $25
2. Ayurveda for Healing - Free 60 Min Ayurvedic Consultation $200+
3. Best Brains of Buffalo Grove - Free 2 Weeks of Any Subject Class $149
4. Chicago Vastu - Free Online Vastu and Astrology Consultations $103-$160
5. Ekjut Theater - Free Arts Rendezvous Entry and Table Set-up $20-$50
6. Gandharva Mahavidyalaya - Free Classical Indian Music Concert Ticket $30-$50
7. Hemaveda - Free 90 Min Ayurvedic Consultation $250
8. Indian Dance School - Free 1 Month of Group Dance Classes (4 classes in a month) $80
9. Kandisa Dance Studio - Free Entry to 1 Session of Kathak Dance Class / Workshop $20
10. Mandi Theater - Free Entries to Theater Festival and Play Contest $20 - $50
11. National India Hub - Free Saree and Salwar Suit Set $20 - $50
12. Poornamidam Yoga - Free 4 Yoga Classes in a Month $60
13. Shirani Nayar Creatives - Free 30 Minute Family Photo Session $75
14. Smart Sakhi - Free Organic Turmeric and Ghee Combo $15
15. VYAYAM - Free 1 Month Live Online Group Yoga Classes (access to 72 classes) $95
16. Yoga With Komal - Free 1 Hour Private Yoga Session $150

Thirteenth Annual Sunrise Yoga 2025 (June 27) Raffle Prizes
No. Raffle Provider Raffle Prize Estimated Value
1. Amitha Fashions - Free Clothing Store Gift Card $25
2. Best Brains of Buffalo Grove - Free 2 Weeks of Any Subject Class $149
3. Ekjut Theater - Free 1 Arts Rendezvous Entry Ticket $20
4. Gandharva Mahavidyalaya - Free Classical Indian Music Concert Ticket $30-$50
5. Kandisa Dance Studio - Free Entry to 1 Session of Kathak Dance Class / Workshop $20
6. Mandi Theater - Free 2 tickets to a Play Contest $20
7. National India Hub - Free Saree and Salwar Suit Set $20 - $50
8. Shirani Nayar Creatives - Free 30 Minute Family Photo Session $75
9. Smart Sakhi - Free Organic Turmeric and Ghee Combo $15
10. VYAYAM - Free 1 Month Live Online Group Yoga Classes (access to 72 classes) $95

Looking forward to seeing you all at both the events.

05/23/2025

Grateful for the opportunity to share yogic breathing and stretching techniques to support mental well-being as part of this week’s Mental Health Awareness initiative at a local corporate office. 💚

A heartfelt thank you to Olga for the invitation to guide your colleagues through these practices and for helping create such a welcoming environment. I’m so glad to hear everyone enjoyed the session!

Appreciate the kind words shared on Google:
"Great workshop/yoga class from Vidya for our mental health awareness day at work! Everyone enjoyed the class! Thank you!"

As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month this May, it’s a timely reminder that the heart of yoga lies in calming the mind. Physical benefits are just one aspect—at its core, yoga (through Asanas and Pranayama) helps us find emotional balance and deeper inner connection.

Keep practicing to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. 🥰

05/06/2025

Eleventh International Day of Yoga ( ) is being organized by Icon Shakti in cooperation with the Consulate General of India, Chicago, and co-hosted by VYAYAM, VYANJAN, Balodyan, AIM for Seva, Sohum Realty, Association of South Asian Real Estate Professionals, Lake County Ganesh Mandal, Smart Sakhi, Yoga with Komal, HUM-USA, Ayurveda Union of Midwest, VT Seva, Sewa USA, Lake County Indians Association, Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, Mandi Theater, Best Brains Buffalo Grove, Maharashtra Mandal of Chicago, Friends of Madhya Pradesh in IL, Chinmaya Mission - Yamunotri, U S Kids 4 Water, Art4Hearts, Sanjeevani, A3N Media, ANCSOS, Chicago Agrawal Association, & HSS - Buffalo Grove.

Members of the community are invited to join us with family and friends to celebrate the joy and gift of yoga for physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.

While this is a free event for all, registration is mandatory.

Please register at: https://forms.gle/i85JKz7ZrAAdFxfY7 .

Program details may be found at https://tinyurl.com/idy25 .

Free Sunrise Yoga in the Park is being organized on all Fridays in June from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. ( https://tinyurl.com/sunriseyoga2025 )

Free Poster and Speech contests (cash prizes and no entry fees) are planned for kids and adults on the topic of Yoga for One Earth, One Health to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga.

Poster contest ( sign up at https://tinyurl.com/idy25poster ) entries will be displayed at Raupp Museum of Buffalo Grove from June 1-25, and on June 28 at the community practice event.

Speech contest ( sign up at https://tinyurl.com/idy25speech ) will take place at National India Hub (930 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL 60173) on Sunday, June 22, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Selected speakers in each age category will be invited to deliver their speeches live at the Community Yoga event on June 28.

General timeline of the program on June 28, 2025 at Rotary Village Green (265 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089) :

8:00 - 8:15 a.m. - Check-in

8:15 - 9:15 a.m. - Yoga (warm-ups, Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, Laughter).

9:15 - 9:30 a.m. - Prize Distribution for the Speech and Poster Contests

9:30 - 9:50 a.m. - Light refreshments

9:50 - 10 a.m. - Wind up

We look forward to your participation in these free community yoga events to celebrate India's wellness gift to the world - Yoga.

Happy International Day of Yoga to all.

04/06/2025

Discover the power of in real estate!

Join us for an engaging session where we explore Vastu Shastra and Yoga principles tailored for REALTORS®. Learn how these ancient practices can enhance your understanding of space, energy flow and wellness—key considerations for helping clients create balanced, inviting homes.

This session will delve into practical applications of Vastu for property layout and design, alongside tips on using Yoga to manage stress and maintain focus in your professional life. Gain valuable insights to set yourself apart and foster meaningful connections with clients.

Enjoy a delicious Indian lunch buffet while expanding your expertise in holistic real estate practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to nourish your body, mind and career! Please see details and register here: https://www.succeedwithmore.com/calendar/04.25.25.-aligning-spaces-and-minds-vastu--yoga-insights-for-realtors/

Date & Time
Friday, April 25, 2025
09:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST
Location
Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS®
6655 Mainstreet
Downers Grove IL 60516

Format
In-Person

Price:
$30 Member, $50 Non-Member

08/06/2024

for the opportunity to lead another yoga session at the library last week. Glad to see our participation growing

07/10/2024

Happy to share that we are starting group yoga classes at beginning this Saturday. Please share with all who might benefit from these classes

06/14/2024