National Seminar on Indian Psychology and Yoga
About PYTRC
Patanjali Yoga Training and Research Centre (PYTRC), Marady, Muvattupuzha, established in 1997 by Padmashri P. Parameswarji, is Kerala’s pioneering Yoga teacher training institute. Affiliated with S-VYASA University and recognized by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, it has trained thousands in Yoga education over the last 25+ years.
- Kerala’s first structured Yoga teacher training center
- Over 25 years of excellence in Yoga education
- Certified wellness and training programs
About IKS Research Initiative
The Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Research Initiative is a platform to revive and integrate India’s traditional wisdom into modern academia. It supports research in Yoga, Ayurveda, arts, education, and civilizational thought.
- Reviving traditional Indian wisdom
- Promoting interdisciplinary studies
- Global and national relevance
About the Seminar
This National Seminar commemorates International Yoga Day 2025 and focuses on the integration of Indian psychology and Yoga. It aims to bridge ancient Indian psychological wisdom with contemporary practices in education, therapy, and performance sciences.
- Indian perspectives on mind and consciousness
- Applications in education, therapy, and sports
- Encouraging dialogue between disciplines
Key Themes & Sub-Themes
- Foundations of Indian Psychology: Yoga, Vedanta, Consciousness
- Yoga Practice & Philosophy: Patanjali Sutras, Pranayama, Stress Relief
- Education & Life: Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Schools
- Therapy: Yoga in music, dance, speech, and mental health
- Sports: Yoga for performance, discipline, focus
- Natya & Yoga: Emotions, Natyasastra, Dance Therapy
- Martial Arts: Mind-body connection, discipline, injury prevention
- Naturopathy: Diet, relaxation, lifestyle healing
- Ayurveda: Dosha-specific Yoga, diet-based healing
- Integral Psychology: Transformation, consciousness, well-being
- Future Research: Healthcare, science integration, education