Mysore/Mysuru, June 1 -- Dr. Kaliji, Chancellor of Vyasa Bharathi Triyoga University, USA, delivered an enlightening lecture on the importance of yoga at a programme organised by JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru recently.

She stated that human beings are born on this planet with an agreement to live with a high state of consciousness.

Comparing ancient and modern times, she observed that 5,000 years ago people had to travel to the Himalayan peaks in search of knowledge, whereas today knowledge is available at our fingertips through technology.

However, she emphasised the need for individuals to wisely choose what they consume and referred to this power of choice as "Ichha Shakti."

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