mind - body - breath
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Why PSYCHOSOMA?
Embodied cognition is all the rave at the moment.
At PSYCHOSOMA, I strive to demystify the practices of mindfulness, meditation, movement and breathwork—a mouthful, yes.
I'll be incorporating psychology, philosophy, and insights from years of education, training, and personal practice. I believe that everyone can benefit from these powerful psychological and behavioural tools, regardless of experience level or background. Whether you are looking to delve deeper into your spirituality or simply de-stress and experience more relaxation and joy, there is something for everyone regardless of where you are on your personal journey.
Collaborative
approach to teaching MIND, BODY, and BREATH practices
Guidance from a multidisciplinary teacher
Cultivating a supportive
online environment
Flexible scheduling and pricing
The Science of Mind-Body Healing
Improved Mental and Emotional Well-Being
Research has shown that regular practice of mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve sleep, and enhance overall quality of life.
Reduced Stress and Chronic Pain
Mind-body healing practices have been shown to be effective in reducing stress levels and chronic pain, and can help you develop greater resilience and compassion in the face of life's challenges.
Enhanced Cognitive Function and Creativity
Studies have demonstrated that regular meditation practice can improve attention, concentration, and cognitive flexibility, as well as enhance creativity and innovation.
Better Relationships and Communication
Meditative practices,
combined with contemplative practices, can help you cultivate greater empathy, compassion, and understanding, leading to more fulfilling and authentic relationships with others.
Anuj Mukherjee
Hey there,
I started PSYCHOSOMA in order to bring together the often misinformed and misguided effort to cultivate the mind and body separately. Yoga is often reduced to just the asanas, and at worst 'exercise' and 'stretching', removing the most valuable aspects of mindful embodiment and breath that are central to its connection to personal growth and transformation. In western settings, the development of the mind is often restricted to psychotherapy and the acquisition of knowledge. Our embodied and psychosomatic nature is barely being encouraged, developed, and repaired except through the work of outstanding teachers, somatic therapists, and academics in the mind-body space.
Meditation
I have been involved with meditation for the past 9 years, having sat vipassana meditation retreats, practiced under various teachers and traditions, and studied the philosophy and psychology of meditation and mindfulness experientially and academically. I am also the meditation community lead for Healthy Gamer, one of the biggest online mental health organisations in the world. In order to deepen my understanding and teaching of secular mindfulness, I am currently finishing my training in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) with the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation.
Yoga & Movement
I have been practicing various styles of yoga since 2019 and completed my yoga instructor course
(RYS 200) under Yoga Nation (Singapore). I am also currently pursuing further yoga training under yoga educator, Daniel Simpson. Furthermore, I bring elements from other movement practices I have engaged in including tai chi, mixed martial arts, capoeira, and the wider movement culture, particularly the philosophy and exercises of Ido Portal and Bren Veziroglu.
Educational and Professional Background
My MIND, BODY, and BREATH classes are grounded in western and eastern psychologies that I have become well-acquainted with since completing my BSc Psychology at the University of Toronto and the University of London (UK). My understanding of the mind-body connection is also informed by my work as an online hypnotherapist @ the neo hypnosis clinic. Furthermore, I am also currently training in therapeutic coaching alongside pursuing an Integrative Therapy MSc (2024-25).
"The quieter you become, the more you can hear." - Ram Dass