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Time of India
21-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
International Yoga Day! From yoga mats to boardrooms — CEOs share their wellness mantras
As the world marks International Yoga Day 2025, a quiet transformation is already underway in India Inc's corner offices. For many leaders, yoga and mindfulness are no longer just wellness trends—they're essential pillars of their leadership philosophy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now Undo In a high-stakes business environment marked by volatility and decision fatigue, these ancient practices are offering modern solutions: clarity, composure, and emotional strength. Senior leaders across sectors—from insurance to investment banking—shared with ETMarkets how they integrate yoga, meditation, and mindful routines into their daily lives to stay focused and mentally agile. The Calm Before the Day: Morning Rituals that Anchor Focus Live Events Shiv K. Goel, Director at Bonanza Group, begins each day with a sunrise walk followed by yoga—a practice he says is as much about mental hygiene as physical fitness. 'That combination helps create a space of inner stillness and presence,' he explains. For him, this early morning ritual is not just a lifestyle choice—it's leadership preparation. 'The walk offers mental clarity and solitude, while yoga brings physical balance and mindfulness. It allows me to approach decisions with a calm, focused, and composed mind.' Mental Health as a Priority, Not an Afterthought For Shanai Ghosh, MD & CEO of Zuno General Insurance, the discipline goes even deeper. She believes mental fitness is as critical as any financial metric. 'To me, health is most important,' she says. 'I prioritize both mental and physical well-being, intertwining yoga and meditation into my daily routine.' These practices, she adds, have been instrumental in helping her maintain focus amid professional responsibilities and personal commitments. 'They help me keep a calm demeanor, which is vital in today's always-on business environment.' Stretching Beyond the Physical: The Mind-Body Connection Ravi Kumar Jha, MD & CEO of LIC Mutual Fund AMC, echoes this balance between body and mind. For him, the key lies in gentle, consistent movement. 'Light stretching and yoga are the cornerstones of my fitness routine,' he says. Beyond keeping him physically agile, these routines 'support mental clarity by promoting a strong mind-body connection, which grounds me for a productive day.' Iyengar Yoga, Gratitude & Structure: A CEO's Morning Playbook These sentiments resonate with Sonia Dasgupta, MD & CEO – Investment Banking at JM Financial , who follows a detailed morning routine anchored in mindfulness. A long-time practitioner of Iyengar Yoga, Sonia starts her day early with hydration, followed by 30 minutes of yoga or aerobic exercise. 'Yoga calms and declutters my mind and keeps me physically agile,' she explains. But her discipline doesn't stop at physical wellness. 'I also practise gratitude each morning—it gives me positivity and purpose. A calm mind always leads to better decision-making,' she adds. Her ritual also includes reading and planning the day with a to-do list, helping her maintain direction and composure. A Common Thread: Wellness as Leadership Capital What connects these leaders is a shared belief: that well-being is not a luxury, but a necessity in sustaining performance and clarity in a fast-moving corporate world. Whether it's walking at sunrise, meditating before meetings, or structuring mornings with intention, each of them has found a unique way to stay centred. The message this International Yoga Day is loud and clear—mindful leadership is not just about managing businesses; it's about managing the self. And in that balance lies the key to long-term success.
Economic Times
14-06-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Mind Over Money: A Walk at Sunrise, Yoga, and Bhagavad Gita: The Routine That Grounds Bonanza's Shiv Goel
Q) Thanks for taking the time out. Could you tell us about how you begin your day? Live Events Q) You've spoken about being spiritually aligned. How has spirituality shaped your leadership style and decision-making at Bonanza Group? Q) 'Giving' is a beautiful theme in your life. Could you expand more about how it brings peace in your life? Q) How do you stay grounded amid the pressures of the corporate world? Q) How do you prioritise your work, personal life and other commitments? Q) What final advice would you give to young working professionals? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel In this edition of Mind Over Money, we explore the deeply reflective world of Shiv K. Goel , Director at Bonanza Group , whose day begins not with spreadsheets or strategy calls, but with a sunrise walk, yoga , and spiritual readings from the Srimad Bhagavad Gita For Goel, success isn't defined solely by business milestones but by the ability to remain grounded, composed, and purpose-driven amidst the chaos of corporate this conversation, he shares how his morning rituals and spiritual alignment shape his leadership style, instill resilience, and inspire a life rooted in empathy, balance, and inner clarity. Edited Excerpts –Starting my day with a sunrise walk followed by yoga helps create a space of inner stillness and presence. The walk offers mental clarity and solitude, while yoga brings physical balance and routine sets the tone for the day, allowing me to approach decisions with a calm, focused, and composed spiritual alignment offers twofold benefits. Firstly, it helps me handle successes and failures in both personal and business life with balance, recognizing God's it reinforces the karma principle, guiding Bonanza Group to operate with deep integrity, treating all stakeholders with fairness, respect, and transparency.I see 'giving' as a natural part of life that aligns with the universe's greater order. Daily acts like feeding birds, cows, and the less privileged remind me that life is about brings peace by restoring balance amidst the pursuit of success. Selfless giving humbles the ego and fosters and listening to spiritual texts, especially Srimad Bhagwat Ji, reminds me that while we're responsible for our actions, the outcomes are in divine helps me stay centered, optimistic, happy and resilient during challenges. It's a reminder to lead with purpose, not Giriraj Ji Parikrama in Govardhan acts as a spiritual reset for me. Walking 21 km in silence, immersed in devotional music, allows for deep inner reflection and removes helps me realign priorities, discern what's important, and cultivate gratitude. This periodic withdrawal builds resilience, clarity, and spiritual no substitute for hard work; success is built on consistent effort. Truly listening to mentors, your team, and your inner voice is also life is about balance. A professional life driven by purpose, ethics, and spiritual values is more fulfilling and sustainable. Work hard, stay humble, remain spiritually anchored, and meaningful success will follow.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Mind Over Money: A Walk at Sunrise, Yoga, and Bhagavad Gita: The Routine That Grounds Bonanza's Shiv Goel
Q) Thanks for taking the time out. Could you tell us about how you begin your day? Live Events Q) You've spoken about being spiritually aligned. How has spirituality shaped your leadership style and decision-making at Bonanza Group? Q) 'Giving' is a beautiful theme in your life. Could you expand more about how it brings peace in your life? Q) How do you stay grounded amid the pressures of the corporate world? Q) How do you prioritise your work, personal life and other commitments? Q) What final advice would you give to young working professionals? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel In this edition of Mind Over Money, we explore the deeply reflective world of Shiv K. Goel , Director at Bonanza Group , whose day begins not with spreadsheets or strategy calls, but with a sunrise walk, yoga , and spiritual readings from the Srimad Bhagavad Gita For Goel, success isn't defined solely by business milestones but by the ability to remain grounded, composed, and purpose-driven amidst the chaos of corporate this conversation, he shares how his morning rituals and spiritual alignment shape his leadership style, instill resilience, and inspire a life rooted in empathy, balance, and inner clarity. Edited Excerpts –Starting my day with a sunrise walk followed by yoga helps create a space of inner stillness and presence. The walk offers mental clarity and solitude, while yoga brings physical balance and routine sets the tone for the day, allowing me to approach decisions with a calm, focused, and composed spiritual alignment offers twofold benefits. Firstly, it helps me handle successes and failures in both personal and business life with balance, recognizing God's it reinforces the karma principle, guiding Bonanza Group to operate with deep integrity, treating all stakeholders with fairness, respect, and transparency.I see 'giving' as a natural part of life that aligns with the universe's greater order. Daily acts like feeding birds, cows, and the less privileged remind me that life is about brings peace by restoring balance amidst the pursuit of success. Selfless giving humbles the ego and fosters and listening to spiritual texts, especially Srimad Bhagwat Ji, reminds me that while we're responsible for our actions, the outcomes are in divine helps me stay centered, optimistic, happy and resilient during challenges. It's a reminder to lead with purpose, not Giriraj Ji Parikrama in Govardhan acts as a spiritual reset for me. Walking 21 km in silence, immersed in devotional music, allows for deep inner reflection and removes helps me realign priorities, discern what's important, and cultivate gratitude. This periodic withdrawal builds resilience, clarity, and spiritual no substitute for hard work; success is built on consistent effort. Truly listening to mentors, your team, and your inner voice is also life is about balance. A professional life driven by purpose, ethics, and spiritual values is more fulfilling and sustainable. Work hard, stay humble, remain spiritually anchored, and meaningful success will follow.
