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Atul-ji, I wish to share with you something personal.

I went for my quarterly medical review yesterday (10 Feb 2001) with my cardiologist at the Heart
Centre in Singapore General Hospital (SGH).

During my heart attack in Jan 2000, the lower heart muscle was deemed to be permanently damaged
and only functioning with the help of the remaining upper half heart muscle, i.e., 35% damage in
medical terms. This is a common feature in all heart attacks.

In yesterday's full medical review, my cardiologist was dumb-founded when I completed the full cycle
on the tramp-mill which is only possible medically by very able and physically fit persons, with no
history of cardiac related illness. 2ndly, during my heart attack, I was administered angioplasty in one
of my closed arteries. Under normal circumstances, my cardiologist told me that this implanted stent
will close up after 6 - 8 months, due to wear and tear and also due to one's life-style. In yesterday's
MRI tests, it was revealed that my implanted stent is still intact and my artery has not close since Jan
00.

A normal healthy adult's cholesterol level is between 3.5 - 3.8% My reading showed a miraculous
2.6%. Lastly, according to my doctor, WHO has rated a very healthy blood pressure reading as 80/120
or lower. Mine showed 60/110. The above tests were conducted twice over a week to detect any
changes. Both tests produced the same results.

Dr. Jaya, my cardiologist asked me how I managed to defeat something that science could not achieve.
I replied - YOGA!!!. Without any hesitation he has from yesterday reduced my medication to only one
pill to be taken every other morning.

Thank you & rgds,

Mano

Dear Sir,

I, Mr. Ramakant S. Solanki, am very thankful to you and to His Holyness Swami Shri Muktirupanandji for
inspiring me to join your yoga classes at Shri Ramakrishna Mission. On joining this class and attending
it regularly for 10 weeks from 8th June to 10th August 2003 I have received the greatest benefit of my
life.I am 67 yrs young. I would like to share the benefits which I have gained.

1. My waist has reduced by about 2 inches after I started doing kapalbhati which had remained
stagnant since the last three years despite walking 7-8 kms everyday regularly. My overall weight has
also reduced from 76 Kgs to 68 Kgs. It seems that my cholestrol level has also been reduced.

2. I have stopped taking medicines, from 1 tablet to ½ tablet and then stopped completely since the
last 15 days when I developed symptoms of cholesterol reduction due to medicine. (I will undergo lab
test for the same and let you know.).

3. My wife had been suffering from hyperacidity from the last 20-25 yrs.This could not be fully controlled
by medicines. Since Tuesday 5th August she has been performing Jaldhoti. From that day till today
i.e.the 15th of August she has not felt the need for any antacid. She was also taking antidepressants
but now she has stopped those also. She can perform Jaldhoti better than me without any activation. I
am also trying to teach her some simple breathing exercises by sitting on a chair as she cannot sit
down due to osteoarthritis. I think that with passage of time and proper breathing exercises this
problem will also be overcome.

4. I am feeling very energetic both physically and spiritually and I am still expecting more benefits in
days to come from these yogic kriyas.

Once again I would like to thank Mr Jayant Bhat in guiding me during group exercise. I also thank all
the other instructors who have guided me during the class. I would also like to thank all my fellow
particpants because they have inspired me with their performance.

Thanking you,

Dr Ramankant S. Solanki

I am Krithika, a housewife aged 26. I wish to thank Shri Atulji for teaching me Yogaasanas and all the
instructors here, especially Shri Mohan, who guided me during the group sessions. I had my gall
bladder removed in 2001 since I contracted gall stones during pregnancy. Following the gall bladder
removal, my stomach became weak and I used to have frequent digestive problems including
occasional diarrhea. As per my husbands advice, I joined this yoga session conducted by Shri Atulji.
Since joining this class, I have been extremely regular in my practice and have experienced the
benefits of doing the various Aasanas and the cleansing techniques. Here, a special mention has to be
made of the Jala-dhauti - Cleansing of stomach using water,Pavan-Muktasan - A posture to get rid of
excess wind from stomach, Paschimottanasan - A forward bend to enhance digestion. Now, my
digestive problem is reduced to a considerable extent, almost gone, I should say. My overall health has
improved tremendously and I also feel much more energetic. I have to thank Shri Atulji (our master)
and all the instructors for this. Also, I sincerely appreciate their service mindedness in teaching Yoga
for free. As a concluding note, I would like to mention that a good health is the greatest wealth one
can have and I consider myself extremely fortunate to have acquired it through this yoga class.

Thanks once again for everything

Dear Sir,

Benefits after doing Yoga.(29/5/03 to 31/7/03)

Sir, I was suffering from Asthama since the age of 8. In the ealy years I tool tablets and injections to
control my sickness. I also took other kinds of herbs to cure the sickness but to no avail. At age of 22, I
was introduced to Ventolin inhaler. From age 22 to 44 I must take the puff at least 4 to 5 times a day.
At times when the Asthama gets worst, I have to take more doses. I was even hook to oxygen gas
when the Ventolin failed to suppress the attack. Along the way, I tried many other ways to get cure or
even bring it under control because I hate taking the puff each and every day.. I must take the puff
each night before going to sleep and after waking up. If not I'll feel breathless and get headaches.
Even during the day time I have to take the puff. doctors told me that there is no cure for my sickness.
I gave up and started to live with the Ventolin. Things changed in my life after doing YOGA. There are a
tremendous changes in my health now. My Asthama attack was reduced from 100% to
20%.Presently(after 29/5/03), I did not take any puff for a number of days too and I am doing fine. For
the past 18 years I must take the puff every day and it is a must before going to sleep. I thank Mr.Atul
for bringing Joy and good health to me.I take this opportunity to thank all instructors from bottom of
my heart for the selfless service and guide. My special thanks to Mr.Mohan for his personal care and
coaching. Following exercises helped me a great deal - Yoga Mudras, Kapal-Bhati, ujjayi, Omkar,
Sarvangasan, Matsyasan, Suryanamaskars, Jalaneti and Jaladhauti

Dear Mr Atul,

I have just finished my intermediate yoga course at the Ramakrishna Mission, and want to thank you,
your wife and all the volunteer instructors for the wonderful job they have done. Ever since I took up
your yoga course, I have felt more relaxed. My stomach has always been weak, but the exercises
have helped to strengthen it, and I have less cramps and acidity. Ever since, I started on the eye
wash, I have not bought any commercial eye drops, and my eyes are less puffy. Thanks again for your
effort and dedication towards improving our health, and quality of life

First, I would like to thank heartfully for the contribution and effort out by Master (Atul) and instructors.

I had been suffering from a severe constipation for the past 10 to 15 years. I had to take a herbal tea
every night for my constipation problem; if I dont, I might not go for toilet even for 5 to 7 days too. The
herbal tea gave me a little relief.

Even taking plenty of water and lots of fruits also does'nt help me, not forgetiing, I am a vegetarian for
past 8 years.

But, I got a miracle happen in my life after 2nd session of my Yoga lessons. The "Kapal-Bhati" ! It gave
me a change of life style from the day-one itself.I am doing "Kapal-Bhati" regularly and have forgotten
my tea.

I thank for the Master for his simplified and effective teaching

Ever since I first joined this Yoga class in August this year, I have found the positions and techniques
taught, extremely useful in combating my Irritable Bowel Syndrome. I now practice Yoga at least three
times a week and have found three of the techniques especially applicable to me.

Firstly, the Vayusar or the Burping exercise has helped me in the expulsion of wind from my stomach. I
feel that after practicing this, my stomach muscles have become stronger in the process.

Secondly, the Agni-Saar or Stomach Flapping has also, like the Vayusar, increased strength of my
stomach muscles. I feel that both these exercises have decreased the re-occurance chances of my
Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Thirdly, Omkaar has greately refreshed my mind every single time I practice it without fail. I find it
helpful in revitalizing the mind after work.

Finally, I would like to thank all the instructors for their patience and dedication

Firstly I’m very happy to share my experience tonight. Practicing yoga has made me a more energized
person. I had joint problems and knee pain before I learnt yoga. Bur after joining the yoga session
here, I have benefited a lot. I do not have much pain now and I feel very lively after practicing the
Asanas. My blood circulation to the whole body is better and doing pranayama has made breathing
easier for me, especially whenever I walk briskly or run. I can do Surya Namaskar, Ardha
Macchindrasan and cycling asanas well. I wish to continue learning and practicing yoga.

Lastly I wish to thank guru, Gauri who takes a lot of effort in giving detailed explanations and all the
volunteers who help to assist.

Thank you very much !!

This morning I saw an article in New York Times about chronically ill patients turning to Yoga for relief.
The story prompted me to write to you to thank you for the wonderful introduction to Yoga. You and
your team members were very patient and encouraging. I tried Yoga just to supplement my exercises.
I must confess that I could not do many of the fine postures and that may be due to the
disporportionate limbs, stiff joints, and a 60-year old inflexible body. But I am enjoying myself almost
everyday selecting different groups of postures and breathing exercises to keep on improving. The Sun
Salute was really great and I do it between five to twelve cycles, depending on the time I have in the
morning or evening. It feels nice to sweat.

I have borrowed books from the National Library to pick up a few tips here and there to improve my
postures. I go into the yoganikam website to study how each sequence should be done. The reference
notes were invaluable. I noticed many of the people in the class were natural materials for Yoga.

I just marvel at how they performed so naturally.

Thank You Mr Jagadish

What I am about to share with you is a collection of feedback from my group members.

My group member’s ailments consist of migraine, thyroid (hypo) and also knee problems. Before I go
any further, my group and I would like to take this moment to thank Mr. Atulji and team of wonderful
volunteers for giving us this golden opportunity to learn about yoga. No doubt there are various
centres teaching yoga, but we personally feel that the knowledge that we have gained this past 11
weeks is priceless and what we have learnt here, is more than any of these centers could have
provided. My group members are – Ambika, Soong, Linda, Violet and Selvi. For myself I was much
interested in practicing yoga but was afraid that I was too fat to do it. I was wondering if I was doing
it right, comparing myself to others in the class, worrying about my body – how it looked, was this the
right exercise for it? – or just thinking about the next thing I needed to do in my day. After I began the
meditations a lot of this doubts was cleared away and I began to connect with the practice. I had this
strong feeling that I had attained inner peace when I practiced yoga. I felt right and comfortable, but
also like nowhere I have ever been before. I did also lost some weight and I am able to disciple
myself by waking up at 4.30am in the morning to do my yoga. Selvi also felt while practicing yoga, she
could extend her limitations, with less effort; can hold postures longer and have more confidence and
joy in doing the practice. She also saw changes outside her Yoga practice too. She stated that she has
more energy, more patience with her children, and not so stressed up any more.

Ambika, on the hand was able to improve flexibility in her knees, which she had trouble with due to a
past surgery. She also noticed that her concentration has improved greatly in her research and studies
after practicing the breathing exercises. Soong confessed that after practicing the Jal Dhauti (Vomiting
exercise), she has not had her migraine attacks. Linda and Violet found that they had a better
understanding of yoga after attending this session and it had given them lots of encouragement to do
better and practice more.

To summarise :

We found that Yoga is more than "om-ing" and sitting cross-legged. It is a combination of body, mind,
and spirit. Yoga can make you very fit, it conditions your muscles, it energizes you, it helps you
breathe, gives you more balance, and more of a feeling of goodness about yourself. My group have
definitely found the benefits of practicing yoga.

Thank you Mr Atulji and Ms Kala

Dear Mr Chandran

Over the last few months, I have seen great improvements in my health. And that I strongly believe, is
due to the practice of Yoga.

When I first started to try Yoga, I was not sure whether it would help in curing my ailments of
high-blood pressure and heart enlargement. Today, after having gone through Yoga, my doctors have
decided that I need not be on medication anymore. I am grateful to Yoga and also, God.

My family members have noticed the improvements in my health that some of them are joining your
next batch of Yoga lessons. I too am continuing with your sessions, to further improve my health and
well-being.

I also wish to say that me and some fellow Yoga participants at the Perumal Temple centre, find the
trainers being dedicated, patient in training, and understanding. As the chief Yoga trainer, you were
very helpful in explaining the Asanas and postures, in a very simple, yet practical and confident
manner. You were never tired of answering our questions and repeatedly correcting our mistakes.

I hope more and more people will take up this great and blessed ancient practice of Yoga. Special
thanks must go to Nikam Guruji Yoga Kutir for having granted us with this Yoga science for life.

Once again, my family members and me, wish to convey our thanks to you and your fellow Yoga
trainers.

Warmest Regards
David Margret (Mrs Rajendran)

Good evening to all of you,

My name is Ronaldo Reyes. I attended the 12 weeks yoga classes here at Boon Lay Garden Primary
school. I would like to share some of my experiences with all of you.

After Jala-dhauti was demonstrated, I did it continuously for 15 days. It was a good experience. First
few times I had difficulty in throwing out the water. After one week of trying, water started to come
out easily.

I had shoulder, knee and back pain before I started Jala-dhauti. After performing Jala-dhauti for 15
days the shoulder pain has reduced, I should say by 90%. The knee pain is also considerably less. My
back also feels much better now.

In the past when I stood up from sitting position I used to feel giddy. Now I don’t have this problem
any more.

In addition to these I had the problem of insomnia or sleeplessness. Usually it used to take an hour or
more to fall asleep. After 4~5 hours of sleep, I used to wake up and could not sleep after that. Now I
can fall asleep easily & sleep much longer almost 6~7 hours.

I am surprised and happy that yoga could bring about so much of improvement in my health. I would
like to thank all volunteers for spending their valuable time & giving us such good guidance.

Thanking you.

To Whom It May Concern

The benefits that I derived by attending Yoga classes conducted at Nikam Guruji Yoga Kutir:

1. For the past few years my blood pressure has been high. Despite medication and regular physical
exercise, my blood pressure remained above 135/95. However, after practicing yoga for 6 weeks, my
blood pressure has come down to 120/80. I still take the pills prescribed my doctor. I think the
combination of medicine and yoga has helped me significantly.
2. For more than 10 years I have been suffering from frequent nasal congestion and I had to breath
through my mouth most of the time. After practicing the breathing exercises as taught in the yoga
course my nasal passages have cleared up and now I am able to breath naturally through my nose
without any conscious effort.
3. My digestion and bowel movement have improved considerably as a result of the yoga exercises.
4. I am sleeping much better ever since I started practicing yoga 10 weeks ago

To Whom it May Concern

I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to Nikam Guruji Yoga Kutir organization. Prior to my
participation to the program, I was suffering from clinical depression and constant insomnia. That
made me very weak and dependent on large dosage of medication.

Under the kind guidance and dedicated teachings of Mr. Atul, Mr. Chandra and all the senior
volunteers, I was able to benefit from the yoga program. With frequent practice, I have since become
healthier and no longer dependent on medication.

With this, I would have to credit Nikam Guruji Yoga Kutir for helping me regain my self-confidence and
able to look at things more positively.

I would strongly recommend Nikam Guruji Yoga Kutir to anyone who believes that yoga is beneficial
both physically and spiritually.

May God Bless all!

Alice Tan
Volunteer at Nikam Guruji Yoga Kutir