Integrated Amrita Meditation Technique

27/07/2026

An Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) workshop was conducted for the professors and students at C.V. Raman Global University, Bhubaneswar, introducing Amma's unique meditation technique that combines gentle yogic stretches, breathing practices, and meditation. The workshop equipped faculty members with practical tools to reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, improve emotional well-being, and maintain greater focus in their teaching and research responsibilities.

The professors and students actively participated in the workshop and appreciated the simplicity and effectiveness of the practice. Many shared that the session left them feeling calm, refreshed, and mentally relaxed. They expressed that IAM is a practical technique that can be easily incorporated into their daily routine and believed it would help them manage work-related stress while improving concentration and overall well-being. Several participants also conveyed their interest in attending refresher sessions to deepen their practice.

22/07/2026

Tata Motors, Pune hosted an Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) Workshop for leaders across its senior management team, including Vice Presidents, Senior managers, and Medical doctors.

The workshop introduced participants to Amma's unique meditation technique that combines gentle yogic stretches, breathing practices, and meditation to promote holistic well-being.
In today's fast-paced corporate environment, leaders are constantly required to make critical decisions, manage high-performing teams, and navigate complex challenges. The workshop highlighted how regular meditation can help cultivate mental clarity, emotional resilience, and inner calm, enabling leaders to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively in demanding situations.

Participants experienced the guided IAM practice and learned how integrating just 20 minutes of meditation into their daily routine can significantly reduce stress, improve focus and concentration, enhance emotional intelligence, strengthen decision-making abilities, and foster compassionate, value-based leadership.
The session concluded with an interactive discussion, during which participants shared their reflections and expressed appreciation for the practical and scientific approach of IAM.

Mr Pramod Choudhary, Vice President - Operations for Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles said, “It's a wonderful program to de-stress, and the way it was conducted was excellent. Although we had attended other meditation programs before, this technique was different. It included stretches, breathing techniques, and other unique elements. We would love to have more sessions and hope that even more participants can attend next time."

"I have practiced many yoga techniques, but the IAM workshop was different. The instructors patiently explained each step and sequence, making it easy to understand and remember. The flow of the practice was excellent. I sincerely thank the instructors for conducting such a wonderful session. I believe this practice will help us remain calm, become better individuals, and lead more balanced lives. All of us should continue practicing and take this learning forward." , said Neeraj Agarwal, Plant Head, Tata Motors, Pune

As Amma reminds us: "The benefits of meditation are never lost. They will always remain with you, ready to bear fruit at the right time."

The workshop served as a meaningful step towards promoting holistic well-being and conscious leadership, empowering leaders to cultivate both personal excellence and professional effectiveness through the transformative practice of Integrated Amrita Meditation.

20/07/2026

An IAM-20 (Integrated Amrita Meditation) session was recently conducted for the teachers of Amrita Vidyalayam, Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

Developed by Amma, IAM-20 is a unique practice that combines gentle yoga postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditation into a simple routine that can be practiced in just 20 minutes a day.

Teaching is both meaningful and demanding, requiring constant focus, patience, and emotional balance. IAM-20 offers teachers a practical way to manage stress, improve concentration, cultivate inner calm, and maintain a positive frame of mind. By taking a few minutes each day to care for their own wellbeing, teachers are better equipped to inspire, support, and nurture the students they guide.

The session gave the participants an opportunity to experience the practice firsthand while understanding the many physical, mental, and emotional benefits of incorporating IAM-20 into their daily routine. Through this simple yet powerful technique, the teachers discovered how just 20 minutes a day can contribute to greater clarity, resilience, and overall wellbeing, both inside and outside the classroom.

16/07/2026

Professors and research scholars at Centurion University, Bhubaneswar participated in an Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) training workshop, where they were introduced to Amma's unique 20-minute meditation technique that combines gentle yogic stretches, breathing practices, and meditation.
The interactive session equipped participants with practical tools to reduce stress, improve concentration, enhance emotional well-being, and cultivate inner peace. Professors and research scholars actively participated in the guided practice and appreciated the simplicity and effectiveness of the technique for maintaining balance amidst their academic, teaching, and research responsibilities. Regular meditation can enhance focus, mental clarity, creativity, and sustained attention, helping researchers think more deeply, improve problem-solving abilities, and maintain productivity during demanding research work. Echoing the transformative power of regular practice, Amma reminds us, "The benefits of meditation are never lost. They will always remain with you, ready to bear fruit at the right time." Inspired by this message, participants expressed their commitment to making IAM a part of their daily lives.
The workshop concluded with participants leaving with renewed enthusiasm to cultivate greater focus, resilience, and holistic well-being through regular meditation.

09/07/2026

An Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) workshop was conducted for doctors, business executives, yoga trainers, and working professionals who are regular yoga practitioners at Smile Yoga Institute, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The workshop introduced participants to Amma's meditation technique, which combines gentle yogic stretches, breathing practices, and meditation to promote inner balance, mental clarity, and emotional well-being.

As Amma says, "Meditation is as precious as gold. When compassion blossoms alongside meditation, it becomes like gold with a fragrance—priceless and utterly unique."

The workshop highlighted the benefits of IAM, including effective stress management, improved focus, emotional resilience, enhanced decision-making, and a deeper sense of calm. These qualities are especially valuable for professionals serving in administration, healthcare, business, and other leadership roles.
Participants embraced the practice with enthusiasm, creating an atmosphere of stillness, reflection, and shared purpose. Inspired by the experience, many expressed their intention to incorporate IAM into their daily routine alongside their regular yoga practice, recognizing it as nourishing "healthy food" for the mind. The session reaffirmed that even a few moments of meditation each day can cultivate clarity, balance, and compassion.

30/05/2026

24/05/2026

The Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM20) workshop organised for the faculty members of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Nagercoil campus witnessed enthusiastic participation from the attendees. Integrated Amrita Meditation Technique was gifted to humanity by our beloved Amma with the vision of helping individuals lead a peaceful, balanced, and spiritually enriched life.

The workshop was facilitated by certified IAM instructors from the Office of Youth Empowerment, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri campus with the aim of promoting inner peace, relaxation, and holistic wellbeing among the faculty members.

The workshop was inaugurated by Bri. Chidanandamrita Chaitanya, Director, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Nagercoil Campus who shared his experiences of practising IAM and highlighted its benefits in improving focus, energy, efficiency, and the ability to handle work pressure with a calm and balanced mind.

The workshop introduced the participants to the importance of meditation in reducing stress and maintaining emotional wellbeing. The faculty members actively participated in the meditation practices and appreciated the peaceful and refreshing experience. The highlight was that the principal also joined along with the faculty. The workshop concluded on a positive note, inspiring the participants to incorporate meditation into their daily lives.

19/05/2026

To celebrate and honour the unconditional love, care, and sacrifices of , an online Integrated Amrita Meditation TechniqueI (IAM20) workshop was facilitated on Mother's Day, 10 May 2026 by Brni. Vagishamrita Chaitanya, certified IAM instructor. The session beautifully blended reflection and meditation creating a peaceful and uplifting atmosphere for all the participants.

Participants learnt that through the relaxation exercises, and meditation steps of IAM20 that has been designed by Amma they could experience calmness, positivity, inner peace, love, and compassion in daily life.

The participants shared their positive experiences. Dhanusha from Chennai expressed that she was “feeling refreshed and peaceful,” while Shivapriya Kaviraj from Bengaluru shared that she “felt a deep sense of calmness.” Suryalaxmi Ravianandan also remarked that she felt “very relaxed and mind refreshed” after participating in the meditation session.

The meaningful initiative and serene experience offered through the Integrated Amrita Meditation wor made the Mother’s Day celebration truly memorable for all the participants.

11/05/2026

With Amma's blessings, a two-day Integrated Amrita Meditation Technique IAM(C) Instructor Training Camp was successfully conducted on 25 -26 April at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus The training included demonstrations and interactive question-and-answer sessions with Swami Ajamritananda Puri, Narinder and Swetha that helped participants gain a deeper understanding of the technique. Dr. Prema Nedungadi, Associate Dean of the Amrita School of Computing, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri who is listed among Stanford University's top 2% scientists in the world, shared the remarkable benefits of regular IAM practice.
Micro pair-teaching sessions enabled trainees to practise teaching and receive constructive feedback. Participants showed great enthusiasm and active involvement throughout the camp, creating a positive learning atmosphere. Trainees shared their insights and reflected on the positive impact of IAM practice on students and their overall well-being during the feedback session. The closing ceremony was attended by Correspondent - Swamini Bhaktipriyamrita Prana & Managers - Swamini Muktamrita Prana, Swamini Niranjanamrita Prana, and Educational Officer Mr.Muralidharan of TN Amrita Vidyalayams. The camp successfully prepared participants to be confident and effective IAM instructors.


Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

11/05/2026

With deep joy and gratitude, we are happy to announce the 2026 North America Tour of Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri.

Tour Schedule — July & August 2026

📍 West Coast – Trip 1 (July 2026)
• San Ramon, CA — July 4 & 5
• Phoenix, AZ — July 8
• Seattle, WA — July 11 & 12
• Santa Fe, NM — July 14
• Los Angeles, CA — July 18 & 19

📍 Midwest & East Coast – Trip 2 (August 2026)
• Ann Arbor, MI — August 5
• Chicago, IL — August 7, 8 & 9
• Asheville, NC — August 12
• Washington, DC — August 15 & 16
• New Rochelle, NY — August 18

The tour will include satsangs, bhajans, retreats, AYUDH gatherings, and public programs — offering opportunities for spiritual reflection, devotion, and inner transformation in Amma’s message of love and selfless service.

More details and registration updates will be shared soon at amrit.am/swamiji