Anubhava
is the word chosen by Dr. M. V. Bhole to describe
his approach to yoga as an educational and therapeutic tool, as well as an
art and science of self-realisation. One of the meanings of the term
anubhava is sensing, feeling and experiencing.
In this approach,
experiencing one’s breathing movements in simple postures is used for the
relief of physical tension and to correct functional imbalances in the
body, for the development of greater self-awareness and for meditation.
Students and patients are helped to understand the mechanics of breathing
and to correct any inconsistencies found before working with the specific
techniques of yoga.
This work on breathing, asana and pranayama is grounded on a thorough
examination of the core texts of yoga, especially Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras
and the Hathapradipika of Svatmarama, as well as anatomy and physiology.
