--- title: "Yogic Wisdom & Personal Musings | Real Insights for Daily Life" description: "Explore my journey from corporate burnout to mindful living. Real talks on discipline, faith, and practical yoga for your mind and body. Let's find balance." canonical: https://mytribe.in/swathisinghmehra/yoga-for-mind-body-wellness/additional-work-musings last_updated: 2025-12-29 --- # Real-Life Yogic Wisdom & Personal Musings Tribe Verified · Helping practitioners find balance in Delhi NCR. By [Swati](https://mytribe.in/swathisinghmehra) · Available Online & In-person across Delhi NCR · ₹2,500 per month (approx. 12-20 sessions) (estimate) Part of [Yoga for Mind-Body Wellness](https://mytribe.in/swathisinghmehra/yoga-for-mind-body-wellness). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/swathisinghmehra/yoga-for-mind-body-wellness/gallery) Yoga is more than just asanas. It is about the philosophy of living, facing reality, and showing up for yourself even when your cup feels empty. Explore my personal journey and thoughts. ## Photos and videos - [Video: As a yoga teacher, I'm not afraid to admit that I'm extremely ambitious. I believe ambition isn't separate from the practice; it's woven into every breath and every step of my journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e7dd3097-beab-4df1-a950-bbda26611de7) - [Video: Advice I'll give to my younger self: no one's watching you as much as you think, your timing is simply different, and nothing is worth losing your peace of mind over.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60f8a8e9-6b47-4e8f-ab65-cd20cc4d6edc) - [Video: "Jab tum khud ki awaaz sunne lago, toh duniya ki awaazein feeki pad jaati hai." (When you start listening to your own voice, the voices of the world fade away). Meditate to hear your own voice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4e9c4ca7-9058-496f-b8ad-3ed16ca073d7) - [Video: The best answers don't come from your family, friends, or even your guru. They come from within. Sit with yourself; you already hold every answer you're looking for.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/75eb4d9d-2dce-4acb-96b3-33dd1484d28c) - [Video: A growth affirmation: I don't want to be associated with something or someone that doesn't serve me anymore.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/848565a4-dc0f-4852-a468-c9d03a85f24e) - [Video: Teaching yoga means pouring energy into others, even when my own cup feels empty. I don't have it all figured out, but I try my best to be a good example.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b911531a-d0ed-48d4-bddf-b59da9374d9b) - [Video: "Jo mil jaye acha hain, jo na mile woh bhi acha hain." (What you get is good, what you don't get is also good). The way life has humbled me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e281ee45-e593-469f-a7dc-55e4b2b7a610) - [Video: "Jiski marzi se yeh puri duniya chalti hai, woh meri choti si zindagi bhi chala hi dega." (The one by whose will the whole world runs will also run my small life). I have complete faith in Bholenath.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab4f4a89-13d6-45a1-80ec-2bbd4d4a11ee) - [Video: What do all successful people have in common? They wake up early. Waking up early gives you mental clarity, peace, and time for yourself before the day's responsibilities hit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a1d596ed-6e4c-4f33-bafe-15c7953acdc9) - [Video: Funny how we went from wanting to be professionals with degrees to just wanting to be happy. The goal changed so fast.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ee0bde8-1522-4890-b940-5fb3ddd22162) - [Video: Consistent yoga practice brings visible changes. You'll notice changes in your digestion, sleep, hunger, and even the quality of your thoughts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/383b95a0-ff2e-43e6-9641-6dd0126b455a) - [Video: Visible changes to expect when you start your yoga practice. It's not just about the body; your state of mind will transform too.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f6d6989-f1dc-465c-a8c8-6b52c94b530c) - [Video: He's taking things away from you because you no longer need them and is replacing them with the things you prayed for. Be patient. Trust the process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf2cd662-2808-47b2-857e-f56a4b54736c) - [Video: Do these gentle warm-up stretches before your yoga practice to prepare your body for movement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7eb1e619-b021-4cb8-8d13-1a474af04c6e) - ![Guided by the cosmos. Forever grateful for this path.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42fb62fc-bf58-4b79-a1c8-d940f9d81fb5) - [Video: What are you on? One hour of meditation, one hour of asana practice, being my authentic self, and being grateful for everything. That's my magic formula.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34ab1c4a-d190-4252-b1b2-3d1c0a444791) - ![My Art of Living teacher is the bridge between me and Gurudev, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Feeling blessed.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1be62e55-513d-4d90-b43e-d32c075e2f29) - ![A purposeful summer break, receiving my yoga certification.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2fbcadbb-5ada-44c2-9b8a-d118ee7ec4d5) - ![A group photo from my yoga teacher training. A community of like-minded souls on the same path.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd495559-aab9-4139-bdc8-17b3021e6c47) - [Video: Happy International Yoga Day! Celebrating the practice that unites us all.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ac503d1-8461-41a5-9e0b-6871fd416647) - [Video: Welcome to my yogic world. If you're into yoga, meditation, and pranayama, you're in the right place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/823022f8-b2d0-4d86-94c7-124c0b983bc0) - [Video: The journey of self-realization is a lonely one. You have to find your own path and trust it as you go deeper.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de28e4d3-fb7e-4392-942a-254bee711696) - [Video: Forever grateful for all the things I have and all the things that were taken away from me. It's a journey to realize that nothing lasts forever.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c63264c3-207c-47b7-9680-c338935d20fd) - [Video: Dealing with back pain? Here's a quick solution with some simple yoga poses you can do anytime.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17880f41-5c36-4b02-b3a6-9b6beb6e4551) - [Video: Your posture affects your health and even your facial glow. Try these simple stretches during your workday to release stress from your shoulders and neck.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d33dc96-96e0-42a1-ab40-3413ca024698) - !["Om Bhanave Namah." I salute Him who illuminates. Practicing Surya Namaskar at sunrise is transformative for your body and mind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d57b7eab-b942-445d-ac3f-87382498546e) - ![Looking for a healthy start to your day? Try Malasana (Garland Pose). Here's how to do it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bb3abe9-ccce-4ca0-ac84-4b0698ff0f47) - ![Malasana can be done first thing in the morning on an empty stomach to aid digestion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f454bd23-aca8-45de-a22e-ad5fd27719a8) - ![Malasana can be done first thing in the morning. Make sure your stomach and guts are empty before you rehearse this asana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5bdab2b-c4ca-400b-ad59-d49fbe54cef3) - ![Malasana, or Garland Pose, is a great way to start your day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/15c71eda-5257-4128-88b6-fad40b58a494) - ![Have you tried Malasana? Let me know which asana you want me to talk about next.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/495c3def-e1fb-4b42-b222-333c598050b0) - ![Yoga is like music. The rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind, and the harmony of the soul create a symphony of life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd25d599-8433-4f53-a831-5a8289f5d87c) - ![Malasana: Garland Pose. A foundational squat that is excellent for hip mobility and digestive health.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/780b0fb5-1bc0-42d7-8196-ea8fb60ec8b2) - ![Malasana helps get rid of gastric and constipation issues, tones the belly, and improves focus. It's also great for pregnant women.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e682db0-6644-4dab-b686-6b7aeec69f50) - ![How to get into Malasana: squat with feet close together, stretch the thighs wider than your torso, and bend forward into a Namaste posture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4897dfd9-265c-479c-a2d4-be646a72e4d3) - ![Yoga is more than asanas. It is a state of mind, a way of life, a philosophy that makes us sensitive to the world around us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b415e0d-d9d9-4660-ab70-c07a4c22755f) - ![Malasana is not recommended if you have knee or lower back pain, or a recent hip injury. Always listen to your body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/62df5ae5-adfd-4d56-9382-7e5af6bcf262) ## About Additional Work & Musings Yoga isn't just about bending your body; it's about holding yourself together when life gets messy. I wasn't born zen, and I didn't start with all the answers. I learned these lessons the hard way—through corporate burnout, a broken ankle, and the realization that the peace we search for is usually buried under a lot of noise. Here, I share the messy, real, and occasionally funny journey of finding balance in a world that never stops moving. You will find my personal musings, thoughts on discipline, and snippets of my spiritual journey here. This isn't a gallery of perfect poses. Instead, it is a collection of reflections on what it actually takes to stay consistent when you have a bad day, or when life throws a curveball. I talk about the importance of waking up early, the power of breathwork in high-stress situations, and why I believe faith and ambition can coexist. Whether it's a reflection on why we chase degrees instead of happiness, or a simple thought on why meditation helps you hear your own voice above the noise of the world, these posts are my way of documenting the process. If you are feeling lost in your career, struggling with health, or just trying to navigate the chaos of Delhi NCR, you will find something here that speaks to your situation. Remember, I am just a fellow practitioner, still learning and healing just like you. Hari Om Tat Sat. ## About Swati I'm Swati. I used to chase paychecks, but now I chase peace through yoga. I teach because I know what it feels like to be completely burnt out, and I've learned that yoga is the only tool that actually helps you show up for yourself. My classes are real, direct, and focused on making you feel better in your own skin. 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