The deal to heal

Nupur Tewari On How Her Yogic Journey Transformed Her Life

Sara Maheshwari, XII F &
Advait Rajesh, VII B, AIS Noida

Meet Nupur Tewari, a motivational speaker, spiritual healer, philanthropist, performance coach, and yoga instructor. With her aim to spread the soul-touching teachings of yoga, meditation, and positive thinking, she started her NGOs, HealTokyo and HealIndia. An Indian by descent living in Japan, she has done a lot for the world to acknowledge Indian culture and values. Read on as she shares her journey.

On her journey
Growing up in a rural village wasn’t easy for a girl who wanted to do something big in life. Since my village lacked electricity, I had to travel four kms to school and study under the dim light of a night lamp. I attended a Bengali medium school and had a lot of trouble with my English, but despite it all, I am standing here. A journey that began in West Bengal’s Murshidabad and traversed numerous cities to find a home in Japan with my husband and daughter wasn’t really a simple one. Though the outside world was considerably different from the life I had lived in my village, the friendliness of the people and tranquility of the sceneries in Japan helped me feel comfortable and at ease. I eventually discovered my spiritual side and started my incredible adventure.
On teaching yoga
I belong to a Hindu family where yoga was taught to me from a very early stage. As a result, ever since I was 5 years old, it has been an essential part of my existence. Here, when I noticed the similarities between India and Japan, I decided to introduce my Indian culture to them, including the language, food and yoga. I knew the people here would appreciate it. I started off by introducing different yoga styles like Hatha and Karma, and even shared life lessons and teachings from the sacred Gita with my students. I didn’t think what I was doing was something exceptional or wonderful; I was just doing it because I wanted to. I love India, and I was so pleased to get a chance to promote and spread my culture in Japan.

On uplifting community
My aim for engaging in a lot of social and charitable activities was not to expect something in return, but to motivate others to make positive life changes, act on their passion, and fulfill their hearts. To start off, I organised numerous yoga activities, and, with the aid of my friends in India, I started a school in Aligarh because I believed that having started something, I had a responsibility to see it through till the very end. Currently, we are funding a few students in the said school. Since we don’t have any fund support, we are paying for everything out of our own pockets as of now, which makes the process a little difficult to manage. But we have been working hard, even from here in Tokyo, to provide support in whatever manner we can.
On message for Amitians
I’ve been to Amity University a number of times, so I consider it an honour to be interacting with The Global Times. To all the Amitians, I want to say that you need to be aware of how significant your life is, who you are, and how crucial your journey is. Consequently, resist succumbing to the numerous societal distractions you will come across. Be kind, loving, cheerful, and expect less, but be sure to expect a lot from yourself. Also, learn to respect yourself, act morally, and show compassion to others.

GT M@il

Dear Editor,
This is in reference to the article ‘Beyond degrees’ published on page three of the GT edition dated August 29, 2022. As we know, in today’s world there is intense competition and to get ahead in this race of success, just a degree cannot help. In fact, one needs to train themselves in skills such as people management, good networking, soft skills, etc., to stand apart in the competition. Laying due emphasis on such skills, the article gives an insight into different kinds of transferable skills that one must acknowledge and utilise to polish their resumes and climb up in the ladder of any career. I am glad that GT stays on top of the latest trends and keeps its young readers well informed.
Kainaat Arif, AIS VYC Lko, XI
Dear Editor,
This is in reference to the article ‘For the Love of Hindi’ published on page one of the GT edition dated September 5, 2022. The article is an ode to Hindi language, its most celebrated authors, and their respective works. Giving an insight into celebrated authors such as Munshi Premchand, Rabindranath Tagore, Rajendra Pratap Singh, etc., the write-up introduces its readers to noteworthy and must-read pieces by these authors, who have shaped the way the world looks at Hindi literature today. The tributes and brief descriptions of the novels recommended by the Hindi teachers of the Amity Group of Schools, provide the young readers with a booklist to discover the brilliance of India’s official language.
Arnav Goel, AIS Gur 43, XI B
Dear Editor,
This is in reference to the story ‘The disguised fear’ published on page eight of The Global Times edition dated September 12, 2022. As Lewis Grizzard once said, “Life is like a game of football, we have to tackle our problems and block our fear to score the opportunity”, I think this idea was articulated well in this story. I had the good fortune of reading this extremely relatable story that depicts the situation of so many students accurately. This is an exceptional story for those who have the potential but cannot utilise it right due to their fears, insecurities, and lack of confidence. It is a must-read for all the students as this heartfelt piece deftly captures the essence of confidence and believing in yourself. Thank you, GT, for providing a platform to the students to showcase their perceptions and ways of thinking.
Nurina Amin, AIS PV, IX C

Never give up

There are stories that one relates to personally, and then there are those which need to be shared with the whole world. The one I am going to share with you belongs to the latter category. This inspiring tale is about Japanese industrialist Kōnosuke Matsushita, also hailed as the ‘god of management’. Before he founded Panasonic, Matsushita worked as an apprentice at an electric company. When he designed a unique light socket and showed it to his manager, he was asked not to pursue his ‘little’ idea any further. Despite this discouragement, Matsushita made more of such sockets and sold them from home, gradually diversifying into products like an attachment plug and a two-way socket. Finally, in 1918, he founded Matsushita Electric Housewares Works, which soon grew into Panasonic, Japan’s leading consumer electronics company.
What Matsushita will also be remembered for, apart from his determination to succeed, is the fact that he was a shining example of humanity and benevolence. When jobs were at stake in World War II, he decided to cut production by half but not dismiss a single employee. He was also the pioneer of health insurance and recreational activities for employees, as he believed that only happy and healthy people could be truly efficient. He championed quality and competence in matters of promotion and hike.
The story of Matsushita is a testament to how one man’s resolve can transform the world. So, no matter where you are, or what you do, keep chasing your dreams. After all, important things in life are accomplished by those who keep on trying, and never give up.

A Peaceful World

“When the power of love overcomes the love for power, the world will know real peace’. The edition you are currently looking at in your devices is dedicated to this beautiful thought, one that needs to be reiterated every single day. Consisting of insightful articles, evocative poems and many other marvelous write-ups which have been contributed entirely by GT journos of AIS Vas 6, this edition is a testimony not only to the great penmanship of our Amity children, but also to the fact that compassion and empathy are ingrained in the very psyche of these young writers.
The top story of this edition, titled Piece of Peace, meticulously enumerates and explains all the peace treaties history has been witness to. It seems to me that despite the lessons learnt in the aftermath of the two World Wars, civil wars, genocides, and human migrations, mankind has still failed to understand the value of peace. The prompt box on Page 10, for instance, will make you wonder why racism of any kind should exist at all in a world that claims to be progressive and inclusive. Then, there are lovely poems, titled ‘Oh, what a world’ and ‘Peace’, by Vivaan Chaudhury and Kavya Sharma respectively on Page nine that make us long for a world where only love, harmony, and peace exist. It’s not all serious, though. We also have the hilarious comic strip, titled ‘Welcome to Viewership Lands’, by Anika Bansal on Page five, where two streaming giants fight it out for attention, only to realise that peace is the only way for retention in the game. The last page which is an educational poster of the various signs and symbols of peace and their origin by Anika Khosla not only enlightens you but is also sure to bring a smile on your face. After all, as Mother Teresa said, “Peace begins with a smile”.

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