As the sacred wheel of time turns, we step into Viśvāvasu Samvatsara—a year brimming with prosperity, clarity, and momentum. Ugadi, the Vedic New Year, marks a fresh beginning, aligning us with cosmic rhythms of renewal and transformation.

🕉 The Significance of Ugadi

Derived from the Sanskrit words "yuga" (age) and "ādi" (beginning), Ugadi symbolizes the start of a new age. Falling on Chaitra Shudhdha Paadyami, the first day of the bright half of the Vedic month of Chaitra, it is a time of new cycles, fresh intentions, and deep spiritual alignment.

🪐 A Rare Celestial Alignment: Saturn in Pisces & Solar Eclipse

This March 29, 2025, Ugadi arrives with a powerful planetary shift—Saturn moves into Pisces, coinciding with a Solar Eclipse. With six planets aligning in Pisces, this is a pivotal moment for transformation, karmic cleansing, and spiritual rebirth.

🔱 Viśvāvasu Samvatsara – A Year of Universal Abundance

In the sacred 60-year cycle of Vedic timekeeping, each year (Samvatsara) carries a distinct energy. Viśvāvasu, the 39th in the cycle, signifies:
🔹 Viśva (विश्व) – Universal, all-encompassing
🔹 Vasu (वसु) – Wealth, brilliance, divine treasures
Together, Viśvāvasu means "Universal Wealth", ushering in a period of both material and spiritual prosperity. This year encourages us to:
✨ Align with divine abundance beyond material riches
✨ Cultivate inner wisdom and clarity
✨ Strengthen spiritual and communal harmony
As we embark on this new cycle, we are invited to live with intention, gratitude, and devotion.

🌞 Ugadi Rituals: Aligning with the Cosmic Flow

1️⃣ Pre-Dawn Abhyanga Snanam (Oil Bath)

🔸 Apply sesame oil with turmeric before sunrise to purify your energy.
🔸 Bathe to wash away past karmas and step into renewal.
"Cleanse the body. Clear the mind. Uplift the spirit."

2️⃣ House Cleaning & Decoration

🔸 Cleanse your home—fresh spaces invite fresh energy.
🔸 Draw Rangoli (Kolam) at the entrance for prosperity.
🔸 Hang mango leaves & neem twigs for purification.

3️⃣ Altar Setup & Puja

🔸 Bathe your deities with water, milk, honey, and rose water.
🔸 Offer sandalwood, flowers, fresh fruits, and a ghee lamp.
🔸 Chant Ganesh Vandana & Sri Suktam for divine blessings.
"Let your altar be your runway—where prayers take off and blessings land."

4️⃣ Ugadi Pachadi – The Divine Recipe

A unique dish with six tastes (Shadruchulu), symbolizing life’s experiences:
  • Neem (bitter) – Mars (struggles & lessons)
  • Jaggery (sweet) – Jupiter (happiness & wisdom)
  • Tamarind (sour) – Venus (challenges & growth)
  • Raw Mango (tangy) – Mercury (dynamism & change)
  • Chili (spicy) – Sun (passion & energy)
  • Salt (salty) – Moon (calmness & stability)
    "Taste life in all its flavors—with reverence, gratitude, and acceptance."

5️⃣ Guru Vandana & Elders’ Blessings

🔸 Seek blessings from your Guru, Rishis, ancestors, and spiritual guides.
🔸 Offer prayers and gratitude to parents, teachers, and elders.

6️⃣ Dhaanam & Seva (Acts of Giving)

🔸 Offer food, clothes, or support to those in need.
🔸 Even a simple act of kindness multiplies your positive karma.

🌑 Harnessing the Energy of the Solar Eclipse

With a Solar Eclipse and Saturn in Pisces marking this Ugadi, the energies are potent for:
🔹 Releasing past karmic cycles
🔹 Healing ancestral wounds
🔹 Setting powerful intentions for the year ahead
🧘‍♀️ Join us for a special Kundalini Yoga session to align with this cosmic moment.
📍 Date: March 30, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:30 AM Tulum Time
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🌟 Entering Viśvāvasu Samvatsara with Awareness & Grace

Ugadi is more than a date—it is an energetic gateway. As we step into this powerful new cycle, let us:
🌿 Cleanse our bodies, minds, and homes
💛 Honor the past while embracing the future
🪔 Offer gratitude and devotion to the Divine
🧘‍♂️ Align our actions with our highest Dharma

Wishing you a blessed Ugadi & a prosperous Viśvāvasu Samvatsara! 🙏🏽✨

With love and blessings,

The Prakash Chegu Yoga Team
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 Name: Prakash Chegu
Background: Prakash Chegu is a highly experienced Kundalini Yoga teacher with over four decades of dedicated practice and two decades of teaching in the field. Born and raised in a deeply spiritual family in a small town in Southern India, the spiritual practice at the core of the life-style is ingrained in all aspects of life. Prakash's journey into Kundalini Yoga began at a very young age. Growing up in a family deeply rooted in yogic practices viz., Kriyas, Mantras, and Meditation, he developed a profound connection with the ancient practice.
 
Education and Training: Prakash pursued a rigorous and traditional education in yoga, alongside a strong engineering and technology, that nurtured his insatiable curiosity into everything life has to offer including Yogic Philosophy from the ancient scriptures, Vedas, and Upanishads. He further honed his skills by studying under renowned Kundalini Yoga masters across the world and undertaking advanced training in Kundalini Yoga therapy, meditation, and an ancient yogic healing modality called Sat Nam Rasayan.
 
Teaching Style: Prakash's teaching style is deeply rooted in authenticity and spirituality. He believes in the transformative power of Kundalini Yoga and seeks to share its immense benefits with his students. His classes are dynamic, inspiring as well as harmonious, and a blend of traditional techniques and modern understanding, making the practice accessible to people from all walks of life.
 
Prakash is known for his:
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  3. Holistic Approach: Prakash emphasizes the integration of mind, body, and spirit in his teachings. He incorporates pranayama, mantra chanting, and meditation to help his students achieve a state of balance and harmony.
  4. Innovation: While deeply rooted in tradition, Prakash is open to weaving modern techniques and scientific insights related to yoga and energy work. He continually deepens his teaching methods by integrating scientific research that keeps increasingly validating ancient technologies to provide his students with a well-rounded and relevant experience.
Value Generation: Prakash Chegu is not just a yoga teacher; He's a spiritual alchemist, a guide who empowers his students to unlock their full potential. His immense domain experience and deep spiritual connection allow him to:
  • Help individuals release physical and emotional blockages, enabling them to experience greater vitality and emotional well-being.
  • Assist students in tapping into their inner wisdom and intuition, fostering personal growth and self-awareness.
  • Guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery, helping them connect with their purpose and passion.
  • Foster a sense of community and support among her students, creating a network of like-minded individuals dedicated to personal growth and spiritual evolution.
 
Additionally, Prakash Chegu is a successful entrepreneur, and Engineer from a reputed university that brings depth and adequate practical knowledge of Yogic Philosophy in technology and life in general.
 
Prakash Chegu's classes are sought after by those who seek not only physical health but also spiritual transformation. His dedication to Kundalini Yoga and his ability to generate immense value in the lives of the students make him a respected figure in the world of yoga and holistic wellness.
 

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