Home for Holistic Healing

Co-founded by neuroscientist-turned-hypnotherapist Dr. Sumita Chakraborty and yoga instructor and mountain leader Mr. Nitin Ananta, Ananta Alaya is a space that blends science and spirituality and creates a transformative path to holistic wellness. Rooted in ancient traditions yet aligned with modern science, Ananta Alaya operates through four transformational branches:

  • Dhana-Yog (abundance)
  • Tana-Yog (body)
  • Mano-Yog (mind)
  • Sama-Yog (balance)

Together, these pillars empower individuals and communities to achieve health, stamina, peace, clarity, prosperity, purpose, and impact.

Ananta Samṛddhi: Aligning Wealth with Well-Being

Ananta Samṛddhi: Aligning Wealth with Well-Being

Co-founded by Dr. Chakraborty and Mr. Nitin Ananta, Ananta Samṛddhi focuses on dhana-yog.

It blends hypnotherapy, mindset transformation, and financial planning, with guidance from a SEBI-registered investment advisor.

The goal is to align financial freedom with personal values and life purpose, ensuring prosperity feels both strategic and soulful.

Ananta Yogāśrayā: Healing Through the Body

Ananta Yogāśrayā: Healing Through the Body

Led by Sri Nitin Ananta, Ananta Yogāśrayā embodies tana-yog.



It honors the body as a living record of every experience; stress, trauma, heartbreak, and even buried emotions.

Drawing on insights from Dr. Gabor Maté and Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, this branch uses yoga, mindful movement, and breathwork to gently release stored trauma and restore safety, balance, and well-being.

Centre for Hypnosis Practice & Research: Reprogramming the Mind

Centre for Hypnosis Practice & Research: Reprogramming the Mind

Established by Dr. Chakraborty, CHPR represents mano-yog.


“We understand that 95% of brain activity is subconscious, shaping your habits, beliefs, emotions, creativity, and memory,” she explains.

Using hypnotherapy and guided transformative practices, participants access the theta brainwave state, where deep reprogramming occurs. Limiting patterns are reframed for lasting clarity, energy, and freedom.

The Himalāyan Retreat: Balancing the Elements

The Himalāyan Retreat: Balancing the Elements

Representing sama-yog, the Himalāyan Retreat is the most experiential branch of Ananta Alaya.


Organized by an expert team, it integrates yoga therapy, hypnotherapy, nutrition, and elemental immersion. Participants learn to balance the five elements, Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space, while surrounded by the untouched beauty of the Himalayas.

“Here, you are invited to step away from everyday distractions and step deeper into your own nature,” says Dr. Chakraborty.

The Scientist Who Listens to the Subconscious

Before co-founding Ananta Alaya and CHPR, Dr. Chakraborty spent years in neuroscience research.

She holds a PhD in Neuroscience from NCBS-TIFR, Bengaluru, and completed postdoctoral research at Cambridge and the Weizmann Institute of Science.

But the academic world left her craving deeper human connection.

“I realized that the brain is not just a biological organ—it’s the seat of every story we tell ourselves,” she reflects.

This realization led her to train in Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) under Marisa Peer in London. Her blend of neuroscience and subconscious reprogramming has since helped people in 20+ countries heal from trauma, anxiety, and more.

The Vision Takes Shape

Dr. Chakraborty noticed recurring challenges in the wellness industry:

  • Long timelines with limited results
  • High costs and specialization barriers
  • Stigma and isolation around therapy

She envisioned something holistic, affordable, and community-driven. That vision crystallized during a 40-day silent meditation retreat in South India.

“In the stillness, I experienced the same deep alignment I had been guiding my clients toward for years, but this time, it was urging me to act,” she recalls.

Upon returning to her Himalayan home, one message to her network brought 60 responses in an hour, and a core team of experts soon formed.

The Himalayan Five Elements Retreat Experience

This six-day immersive retreat is unlike typical wellness getaways. Participants move through naturopathy, yoga, and hypnotherapy surrounded by mountains and nourished with organic food.

Guided by expert therapists, each participant experiences personalized transformation with ease, building clarity, emotional release, and connection.

“Ananta Alaya Retreats are carefully designed for deep inner transformation, where wellness, wisdom, abundance, and purpose come together, empowering you to live your highest potential,”

— Dr. Sumita Chakraborty

A Movement in the Making

Ananta Alaya is more than a company, it’s a movement weaving together science, spirit, wellness, and wealth.

From the labs of Cambridge to the forests of the Himalayas, Dr. Sumita Chakraborty’s journey is proof that true transformation begins within and ripples outward to uplift communities.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a professional, or someone seeking inner balance and prosperity, Ananta Alaya offers a guided path to your highest growth, uniting wellness, wisdom, and wealth.

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Testimonials

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Hypnosis helped me to understand myself in greater clarity. I wanted to be comfortable with the uncomfortable and release the tension with the sigh of a breath, not taking things seriously but rather accepting it the way it is. With the techniques and awareness, we can find peace. Rewiring the autonomous responses stored in the nervous system takes practice and awareness; I am enjoying the transformation process. I am learning to trust myself more and more and face the realities of each day.

Aditya Kesharwani, Mumbai, India

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I came to Dr Sumita with problems related to emotional dysregulation, anger issues. It was getting out of control for me and I was always in a very bad mental state. I was taking general therapy sessions before trying out RTT. I wished I could feel better ASAP. I had heard about RTT a few years back and that it is quite fast and effective. I decided to take my RTT session with Dr Sumita after that because she is an expert in this field and has served many clients before.

I have to say that I made the right choice and had a wonderful experience with her. She answered all my questions and doubts during our sessions. She also gave me some more tools to use when things would get hard. I felt fine during the session. It was relaxing and I felt very deeply connected to my own mind. I got my transformational recording after the session and I listened to the recording twice everyday for 21 days and followed the exact steps.

The whole session and process has been quite effective for me and I have got good results. I am totally free from the problems that I was facing. There has been major improvement with regulating my emotions and overthinking. Things that used to be very emotionally painful before are not that much of a big deal now. I am very satisfied with the results that I got. Sumita recommended me to keep on listening to the recording even after 21 days from time to time to get even more benefits. I plan to do that.

I would highly recommend RTT. RTT has been very effective and works wonderfully from my experience. It's important to work with a highly experienced and good RTT practitioner for this and I highly recommend Dr Sumita for that. She is also a very lovely and friendly person.

Anwesha Sobhakar, India

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Sumita helped me through postpartum challenges. I found the sessions very safe, effective and insightful.

Himanshi Agarwal, USA

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I recently had a hypnotherapy session (Virtual) with Dr. Sumita Chakraborty and found it to be a valuable experience. Initially, I was curious but unsure about hypnosis. However, Dr. Sumita’s expertise and structured approach made the process comfortable and insightful. As a scientist with a strong academic background in neuroscience from institutions like Presidency College, NCBS, TIFR, the University of Cambridge, and the Weizmann Institute, she combines scientific knowledge with a deep understanding of personal and professional challenges. She has a unique ability to identify the inner struggles—both personal and career-related—of PhD students and postdocs, making her an invaluable hypnotherapist. Additionally, as an avid traveler, both within India and internationally, she brings a broad and diverse perspective to her practice.

Through the session, she helped me uncover an underlying issue from my school years that had been affecting my focus, even though it was not immediately apparent. Dr. Chakraborty guided me in recognizing the root cause and helped me with tools to be more present and productive. Regularly listening to the personalized recording reinforced these positive changes, helping me gain better clarity in managing my thoughts. An unexpected benefit was overcoming my long-standing fear of driving on high bridges over water, such as the Bay Bridge in Maryland, USA.

Dr. Chakraborty is very caring, empathetic, and dedicated to her work. It is often said that those who are realized or are on the path to self-realization can impact others the most, and Sumita embodies this principle. Hypnotherapy is not magic; it requires continued dedication to practicing the techniques she suggests. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking self-realization, success, and happiness. Best wishes!

Soumen Roy, USA

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Dr. Sumita helped me manage my anxiety and build my self-confidence. Thanks to her guidance, I’ve grown so much as a person and feel empowered to handle challenges in a healthier way.

Aanya Reddy, India

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Prior to working with Dr. Sumita, I had tried various talk therapies for depression and anxiety. I chose her because she felt "safe" and is very intuitive, articulate and calm. I was a little skeptical at first but I have to say that after just one session and after about a week of listening to the recording, I felt less "stuck" and there were a number of positive shifts for me. I have continued listening to the recording every night before I go to sleep. My quality of sleep has also improved. If you’re considering hypnotherapy, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Sumita. She has a genuine gift for helping people unlock their potential and overcome obstacles.

Avigayil Simpson, Israel

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My sister in law recommended it. Battling long term depression anxiety on and off. I had tried lots of self help and some counseling.

I enjoyed the hypnotherapy (session) and especially having the recordings to listen to. Also the practical advice and tips eg tapping was really helpful.

Feeling much more hopeful and positive. Noticing my self talk has changed.

Sumita is a very kind and insightful practitioner and I always feel safe and cared for in her sessions.

Nichole, New Zealand

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At first impression I was convinced by Dr Sumita. I feel very well looked after and cared for by her. Her charisma shows that she does her work with heart and love. Thank you dear Dr Sumita

Carmen, Germany

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I can personally say in my healing journey I have seen slow but steady transformation and growth in myself that I didn't recognize or realise I had 10-15 years ago. Dr. Sumita is an extremely caring, empathetic and sympathetic soul who I have been blessed with by sharing her wisdom experiences and practices with meditation and hypnotherapy and it's made a significant difference and impact in my life. I highly recommend her services as I find her methods and teaching to be very gentle.

Daksha Chandra, UAE

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Working with Sumita has been a game changer for me. Sumita is incredibly knowledgeable and an expert in her field, she shares this knowledge freely and was able to get to the root of my issues quickly and compassionately. I have noticed changes in my thoughts, behaviours and how I feel - it's given me a sense of freedom and peace that I have wanted for years! I intend to work with Sumita in other areas of my life, and would 100% recommend her work. Thank you!! You're an absolute gift Sumita :)

Honor Stratton, New Zealand

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Dr.Sumita is a blessing. I am so glad that there are therapists like her in the world. She cares genuinely, pays attention to every little thing and helps me when I need help even if it is not in the session time.

I felt bouts of energy and loss of anxiety after her sessions. In times of distress she kept giving me tools and held the rope tight till I could pull myself up the well.

If you are considering a session with her then think no more. Do it. Do it now.

Niharika Pevekar, India

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I’m a professional mental sports athlete. I had a lot of negative chatters when things didn’t go my way and which impacted my performance very badly. With Sumita, I was able to go to the roots of this dialogue and address it. Within a week I saw drastic changes in my performance. Rather than indulging in negative dialogue, I was able to be in the moment and find my way out of those difficult moments in my tournaments. I feel a lot more in control. Now I’m working on a different set of deep rooted patterns concerning my personal life. I feel I have found the right guide who is compassionate and actually gets what you are going through. She genuinely gives her best. I recommended it to my friend and it has changed her life as well. I feel grateful to be able to overcome all my limiting beliefs and reach closer to my true potential.

Mithun Mahesh, India

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I can only echo the overwhelming positive references of others here; it is indeed a life-changing experience with Sumita. In today's fast-paced world, therapy is no longer an exception, but has become a necessity for everyone. And hypnosis is probably the most powerful method to work on the root cause of your issues/flaws/weaknesses/problems in life.

Sumita's approach consists of getting to know and what you want to work on, addressing your subconscious mind, doing shadow work and removing negative (childhood) thoughts and beliefs. Personalized audio meditations and tips on how to do self-hypnosis complement this process.

Through this therapy with Sumita, I have become more aware of my feelings and I notice now sooner when being unfocused and distracted. I have not yet turned weaknesses into strengths by being super focused now or a feeling person, but I don`t have these weaknesses anymore and I am super excited about what the future brings.

Thank you so much, Sumita!

Tobias M, Germany

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I have taken a therapy session with Dr. Sumita and I highly recommend her. Being a scientist herself and with experiences of working at the University of Cambridge in the UK, she employs a very analytical, rational approach to solve her client’s problems. Dr. Sumita is very empathetic, patient and nonjudgmental. She goes into the root of the problem quickly and has helped me immensely in sorting out complex problems.

Sutapa Roy, India

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I had lost all hope in life and was suffering from severe mental health problems where I thought that there was no way out and I would die, but under the guidance of Dr Sumita-my life transformed in just 15 days. It seemed impossible to become normal- but now I am normal and living a fulfilled life,full of energy,hope and positive mindset.If miracles happen - my case is ideal one - full credit to Dr Sumita- I thank God( Mahadev) that I came across Dr Sumita and my healing,strengthening started.

Nishant Barot, India

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Under the skillful guidance of Dr. Sumita, hypnotherapy has been my beacon of relief from anxiety attacks. With her expertise, I navigated the depths of my mind, unraveling the root causes of my anxiety. Panic attacks are now a distant memory, replaced by a newfound sense of calmness and control. If you're seeking effective and lasting relief from anxiety, hypnotherapy is a transformative solution.

Sanchit, India

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I am so sure hypnotherapy healed me from my chronic pains in my pelvic area. I went to India to seek some medical help from ayurvedic and Tibetan traditional medicine. I felt strong improvements with both of them but I didn't get rid of my problems thoroughly. I was so lucky to come across Sumita just a couple of weeks before my visa finished in India. Interestingly enough as soon as I found the information about that healing option I had immense belief that this is going to work.

After the first consultation I was sure I wanted to give it a go. I had some thoughts like hypnosis, yeah right, I am not going to be hypnotised. But I did my best to not think about those things and I went along with her leading in the main therapy session. I understood that all she did was just lead me into a meditative relaxed state of mind and then started talking to my subconsciousness. She was asking me questions and I was digging the answers out of myself. This process just made me aware of my fine programming that was not working with me but against me and then we just had to rewrite the disc. It is interesting but you really need to listen to the recording of the healing meditation that she makes according to your story for 21 days. After that the desired changes will appear.

Sumita was so helpful during the whole time, we kept a chat going and she was very happy to support me in whatever issues came up with me. I felt like she was always on my side and made sure I was doing ok. I believe she has this passion and compassion and talent that one healer/therapist person should have. I totally recommend her and I am sure I will go back to her myself as this sort of healing should be a natural part of our lives. I was trying to do it on my own too thinking that it all is super logical etc, but I gotta say the depth that a trained person can take you is another level and way better and beneficial. It is great to have someone from outside looking at your thoughts in those cases where you are drowned into them yourself and blinded by unawareness. I wish you lots of blessings and strength to keep helping people Sumita. Love, Anna

Anna Thompson, Australia

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For over a large part of my adult life I believed that I am insignificant and nothing significant can come out of me or my work. My belief systems arose largely from some people around me, whose ideas of a woman, and the work I do, were very limited. Consequently, I had very little inner drive to be my natural self, map out and follow a path to a successful career. It became easier for me to follow an external stimulus to direct my education, job placement etc than use my conviction to move forward. However, over a period I ended up exhausted. My self-worth was low, I ran into a vicious cycle of negative thoughts and procrastination. It became challenging for me to bring myself to change for the better. Serendipitously, I chanced upon one of the videos Sumita had put up about hypnotherapy/rapid transformational therapy. Curious, I immediately contacted her with a request to help me identify my purpose in this life. I believed that if I knew my purpose I would then concentrate my efforts in that direction and lead my life efficiently.

I did an initial call with Sumita where she gathered what I seek from the therapy, saw if hypnotherapy could help with it and explained the process of hypnotherapy. At an appointed date, she took a 3-hour session online where we had detailed discussions. She took me into a meditative state, established a connection between my conscious and sub-conscious mind to identify the root cause of the beliefs I held. During the entire time I was in the meditative state, my conscious self was very well active and aware of the interaction we were having. My consciousness could allow or break the process if I had willed. I could allow Sumita to work with me - on me, because she understood my problem well, and has a keen sense of understanding problems in the way they should be. Her ability to put everything in the right perspective, even for me to understand, allowed me to trust her and her process. She took down pertinent notes from my session and developed an audio bite for me to listen to every day; either before I went to bed or immediately after I woke up from sleep. This audio reinforced positive thoughts on the aspects that I wanted to work on. The next couple weeks that I took to listening to this audio were incredibly mind altering. I found that she has a particular knack to make keen observations on pertinent aspects that can sub-consciously bring the desired change. Her voice is exceptionally soothing, and it takes me into meditation as soon as I start listening to the audio. As I listened to it every day, many emotions surfaced through sub-conscious dreams that made me realize an inherent fear to do certain things. I took a few more sessions as and when I required them to identify reasons for my fear and move beyond. Through an emotional overhaul, my mind started to heal; I became more receptive to suggestions, more flexible to change. More practically, I started to work with ease on the work that I had procrastinated for long. This entire experience made me realize that the process of healing or re-wiring your brain is not linear and is not always easy to go through. However, with some clear results of my progress in many small and unquantifiable ways, I believe it’s better to heal from within than to treat symptoms. While I am still a work in progress, seeing myself improve makes me confident to find my purpose and do well.

Hypnotherapy can help bring positive changes from inside out, it may not always be an easy process, but with a right therapist by your side it’s the best way to heal and grow. And I feel that it is particularly effective if you desire the change from within. Sumita is an exceptional therapist, who can make your internal transition incredibly easy and fast. I am glad to have found her to work through my issues.

Snehalatha Vadigi, India

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Sumita was just amazing, the best therapy I’ve had and believe me I’ve had lots haha!! Thank you so much.

Satya Singh, USA

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I liked the hypno-therapy session with Dr. Sumita a lot. I was astonished how hypnosis works and thank her a lot!

Möhren Baum, Switzerland

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Dr Sumita's patience is incredible. She can keep on listening patiently to understand what a person is going through

Srikanth Peddi, India

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I never believed in Hypnosis but I was always curious about it. When I heard about Dr Sumita offering Hypnotherapy sessions I was curious because I was struggling with some issues that held me back in life. The sessions with Dr Sumita passed by quickly. She has an openness which makes it easy to share private thoughts with. In the first session she asked many questions to get to know me and my specific struggles.In the second session, she already prepared the hypnosis. It was an amazing experience where thoughts, emotions that are buried can come out and reveal. It felt very empowering. The real work was then to listen to the recording for around a month which changed the strong experience at the session into a deeper less intense but profound change. It helped me a lot going through the struggles and it still helps whenever listening to the recording.

I can only recommend Dr Sumita not only for the hypnotherapy but also for her deep scientific knowledge which is profound. If you have doubts about hypnotherapy as I had. Try it out for yourself. Of course, openness is essential in all forms of therapy. Thanks to Dr Sumita for the support and work together! With a lot of gratitude and appreciation! David

David Feldmann, Germany

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It has been an amazing experience with Sumita Chakraborty. She is a wonderful person, a healer in the true sense when it comes to mental health. If somebody is looking for a solution, she is definitely the one to contact.Great work, with utmost sincerity & care.

Srijib Goswami, India

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Sumita ji is very skilled in her wellness job. I do recommend her.

Pramod Kumar, India

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Dr. Sumita is an excellent hypnotherapist and she is uniquely qualified and capable of addressing and helping you to come to terms with all the problems and issues that one may be facing. I 100% recommend a session with her.

Arka Saha, Israel

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What I loved about my experience with Sumita being my therapist was she received me, completely. And that naturally made me rely on her and let go of my boundaries and apprehensions and let whatever it was that was holding me back from taking a long, deep, nourishing breath, go. It was a moment of genuine, authentic living.

Devika Sharma, India

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Dr Sumita is an excellent Hypnotherapist. She is trustworthy, dedicated and I am happy to recommend her.

Julia W., Israel

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Sumita is a good counsellor. She listens to the problem carefully and then tries to find a path out of it. Overall she is very caring and helpful.

Arka Santra, India

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Sumita is a highly skilled hypnotherapist.

Dr Dayal Mirchandani, India

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Thank you for such an amazing RTT session Sumita. I'm still floating on cloud 9 with the magic of going back and having new freedom and understanding. Your voice was so soothing and I have this fierce love for myself and it's so motivating. I feel motivated and out of a weird slump where I wanted to do less for myself. Now I'm up and feeling happy and productive (good signs something deep shifted).

I recommend Sumita because she really cares and is a deep well of precious information and knowledge. I thought I knew a lot but she helped me really understand the depth of C-ptsd. She listened so intently and really really cares about our recovery. Thank you!

Alixe Kathleen Tracey, France

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Most of us in the present day society are brought up like a turtle- a hard exterior and a very soft, vulnerable, and often ignored interior. And the harder the shell, the more ‘in-control’, successful and self-assured the world views you. So ironic! However, if Life is genuinely kind to you, it puts you in a situation where the shell breaks and you realize that real strength lies in being inside out- a dense, coherent, stable center with a malleable, adaptable, transformable exterior. Ah, but the transformation is a bloody scary and painful process! And Life becomes kind the second time, when it introduces you to a healer- a support to lean on while Life does its magical work on you. I met mine. Sumita received me. Her voice, her choice of words, her gentle and calming nudge. All of it made for an absolutely conducive and trustworthy environment for me to let go and accept Life.

I’m not preaching the purpose of your life. Maybe it is to fulfill the desire to be worldly, powerful, successful and well-known. But if the purpose of your life seems beyond this, reach out and fulfill it.

Devika Sharma, Israel

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I highly recommend Sumita Chakraborty for her Rapid Transformational Therapy. Through her guidance and support, I was able to overcome my limiting beliefs and mindset that were holding me back from living in abundance. Sumita's approach is both compassionate and effective, and I am grateful for the positive changes I have experienced in my life as a result of her therapy.

Narendra Khamkar, India

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Sumita is highly knowledgeable and working with her has honestly been a game changer for me. She quickly identified the root of my issues and over the past month I've noticed a huge improvement in the way that I feel. I have been able to understand and change patterns of behaviour that I've had for years. Sumita is compassionate and generous with her time, I have no hesitation in recommending her for hypnotherapy work.

Honor, New Zealand

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I’m a professional mental sports athlete. I had a lot of negative chatters when things didn’t go my way and which impacted my performance very badly. With Sumita, I was able to go to the roots of this dialogue and address it. Within a week I saw drastic changes in my performance. Rather than indulging in negative dialogue, I was able to be in the moment and find my way out of those difficult moments in my tournaments. I feel a lot more in control. Now I’m working on a different set of deep rooted patterns concerning my personal life. I feel I have found the right guide who is compassionate and actually gets what you are going through.

Mithun, India

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I took hypnotherapy classes with Sumita and I was deeply impressed how professional, caring and sensitive Sumita was. I can wholeheartedly recommend Sumita as a therapist. She changed my life for the better. After her therapy I felt safe and protected, it gave me the confidence and the trust that my life dream would become true. A couple of months later it actually did.

Julia, Germany

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I highly recommend Sumita, a remarkable individual excelling in both academics and the professional realm. With extensive expertise in neuroscience research and education gained from prestigious institutions within India and abroad like Presidency College, NCBS, Cambridge University, and Weissman Institute, coupled with her global experiences, Sumita stands out as an outstanding teacher. Her compassionate nature, empathy, coupled with her proficiency and research background, makes her not only an excellent candidate but a unique teacher to share her knowledge in neuroscience and hypnotherapy.

Soumen, India

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Dr. Sumita Madam is a caring and insightful professional who brings a refreshing blend of knowledge, empathy, and clarity to her work. Her sessions are not only healing but also deeply empowering, helping you shift your perspective, build a more positive mindset, and make meaningful lifestyle changes. She listens without judgment, offers practical tools tailored to your needs, and gently guides you toward real growth and emotional balance.

Harish, USA

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  • She has the ability to teach concepts both at text book level and from a practical point of view.
  • She is effective and hands on in her teaching techniques.
  • She has a polite and compassionate behavior.

My learning experience with Dr. Sumita was absolutely fantastic. She is a very good teacher who can be totally trusted upon to gain significant learning. Dr. Sumita completely justifies her excellent academic background as a teacher.

Vikas, India

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I have taken therapy sessions with Dr. Sumita and I highly recommend her. Being a scientist herself and with experiences of working at the University of Cambridge in the UK, she employs a very analytical, rational approach to solve her client’s problems. Dr. Sumita is very empathetic, patient and nonjudgmental. She goes into the root of the problem very quickly and has helped me immensely in sorting out complex problems.

Sutapa, Germany

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Imagine having a magic wand and being able to get rid of anxieties that have bothered you for a long time. I know it may sound like it's not possible. But after 21 days of listening to the hypnosis recording you see real changes take effect. If you are looking for real positive change you definitely must not pass this opportunity with Sumita as your guide.

Tal, South Africa

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Sumita demonstrated a high level of professionalism from the outset. She was punctual, respectful, and created a welcoming atmosphere. Communication was clear and reassuring; she thoroughly explained the process, what to expect, and took time to address all my questions. Her therapeutic approach felt both grounded and intuitive. The induction was smooth and effective, and the suggestions used during the session were tailored specifically to my goals.

Jorge, USA

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Sumita is trustworthy and an excellent listener. Her voice is so calming. She is attentive and non judgemental. She handles complex situations with ease. I highly recommend her for hypnotherapy and rapid transformational therapy classes.

Rumi, India

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Perfect! I’ve been practicing yoga with Nitin for a while now and highly recommend him. He uses props like bolsters, belts, and blocks thoughtfully to support the body, especially in poses that open the chest and improve posture. His focus on breathwork and alignment has really helped relieve my back ache from long hours of sitting. Each session leaves me feeling more open, relaxed, and balanced.

Monica, Singapore

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I’ve been working with Nitin sir for a couple of months now, and what truly sets him apart is his emphasis on the foundations of each pose. Instead of simply rushing through a variety of asanas, he focuses on doing fewer but more accurately, ensuring proper form and alignment. He also explains the ‘why’ behind each movement, which makes it easier to internalize and practice mindfully. After every session, I genuinely feel a surge of energy and a deep sense of rejuvenation. I highly recommend him as a yoga teacher.

Mithun, India

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I’ve been learning yoga with Nitin sir for a few months now, and it’s really helped me a lot. I started because I had back pain from studying and sitting too much, and now my posture has improved and I feel more flexible and active. Nitin sir is very patient and explains each pose clearly. He always makes sure I’m doing it the right way and adjusts it if needed. I also like how the sessions are peaceful and not rushed. I feel very calm after every class. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants to feel better in their body or reduce stress. Thank you, sir!

Bhavya, India

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As a 72-year-old dealing with arthritis pain, I was looking for a yoga teacher who could guide me with gentle yet effective practices. Nitin has been a true blessing. His patient and personalized approach has helped me regain mobility, reduce stiffness, and feel stronger. Each session is tailored to my needs, ensuring that I move within my limits while still making steady progress. I truly appreciate his compassion, deep knowledge, and encouragement. Thanks to his guidance, my pain has eased, and I feel more energetic and confident in my daily life. Highly recommended!

Narayan, India

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I have known Nitin for many years, first from the mountains, then from the yoga school. He is a born leader, a deeply compassionate and humble teacher. He delves into the depth of every subject and naturally brings wisdom and care into his teachings. Coming from a completely non-athletic background, he has guided me to accept my true nature while preparing my body and mind, enabling me to conquer even the most challenging treks with ease. As a neuroscientist, psychologist, hypnotherapist, and meditation teacher, I have seen firsthand how Nitin’s yoga practice supports rapid mental transformation. He regularly helps my patients by preparing their bodies to sustain deep inner work. When reprogramming the mind, it is crucial to maximize oxygen and nutrient supply to the brain, to support neural growth and transformation; something yoga naturally facilitates while embracing both strengths and limitations.”

Sumita, India

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I worked with Sumita on the topic of the money block and it was really, really something interesting. And also I did listening records, at the start every day and sometimes a few times per day and now one time per two, three or four days. I have already seen results so fast.

First of all, I started to be more confident to take responsibility. I started to allow money to come into my life. I started to praise myself and allow myself to buy different gifts for myself, close relatives and husband. I started to be more and more open to people, more open to say yes to responsibility and for small chats. It is really great. Before, I was too much of a closed person and now I really love how everything is going on.

Honestly, all these methods are amazing. Sumita, to some degree, reminded me of my mom. She was so soft and kind to my soul, my ears. She created so comfortable surroundings, she did it so easily. I recommend everyone around me to listen …, have a wonderful day, peace.

Vita Zyma, Ukraine

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I highly recommend Sumita Chakraborty for her Rapid Transformational Therapy. Through her guidance and support, I was able to overcome my limiting beliefs and mindset that were holding me back from living in abundance. Sumita's approach is both compassionate and effective, and I am grateful for the positive changes I have experienced in my life as a result of her therapy. If you are looking to make lasting, meaningful change in your life, I highly recommend working with Sumita.

Narendra Khamkar, India

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I never believed in Hypnosis but I was always curious about it. When I heard about Dr Sumita offering Hypnotherapy sessions I was curious because I was struggling with some issues that held me back in life.

The sessions with Dr Sumita passed by quickly. She has an openness which makes it easy to share private thoughts with. In the first session she asked many questions to get to know me and my specific struggles.In the second session, she already prepared the hypnosis. It was an amazing experience where thoughts, emotions that are buried can come out and reveal. It felt very empowering. The real work was then to listen to the recording for around a month which changed the strong experience at the session into a deeper, less intense but profound change. It helped me a lot going through the struggles and it still helps whenever listening to the recording.

I can only recommend Dr Sumita not only for the hypnotherapy but also for her deep scientific knowledge which is profound. If you have doubts about hypnotherapy as I had, try it out for yourself, as openness is essential in all forms of therapy. Thanks to Dr Sumita for the support and work together! With a lot of gratitude and appreciation! David

David Feldmann, Germany

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Most of us in the present day society are brought up like a turtle- a hard exterior and a very soft, vulnerable, and often ignored interior. And the harder the shell, the more ‘in-control’, successful and self-assured the world views you. So ironic! However, if Life is genuinely kind to you, it puts you in a situation where the shell breaks and you realize that real strength lies in being inside out- a dense, coherent, stable center with a malleable, adaptable, transformable exterior. Ah, but the transformation is a bloody scary and painful process! And Life becomes kind the second time, when it introduces you to a healer- a support to lean on while Life does its magical work on you. I met mine. Sumita received me. Her voice, her choice of words, her gentle and calming nudge. All of it made for an absolutely conducive and trustworthy environment for me to let go and accept Life.

Devika Sharma, Israel

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I recently had a hypnotherapy session (Virtual) with Dr. Sumita Chakraborty and found it to be a valuable experience. Initially, I was curious but unsure about hypnosis. However, Dr. Sumita’s expertise and structured approach made the process comfortable and insightful. As a scientist with a strong academic background in neuroscience from institutions like Presidency College, NCBS, TIFR, the University of Cambridge, and the Weizmann Institute, she combines scientific knowledge with a deep understanding of personal and professional challenges. She has a unique ability to identify the inner struggles—both personal and career-related—of PhD students and postdocs, making her an invaluable hypnotherapist. Additionally, as an avid traveler, both within India and internationally, she brings a broad and diverse perspective to her practice.

Through the session, she helped me uncover an underlying issue from my school years that had been affecting my focus, even though it was not immediately apparent. Dr. Chakraborty guided me in recognizing the root cause and helped me with tools to be more present and productive. Regularly listening to the personalized recording reinforced these positive changes, helping me gain better clarity in managing my thoughts. An unexpected benefit was overcoming my long-standing fear of driving on high bridges over water, such as the Bay Bridge in Maryland, USA.

Dr. Chakraborty is very caring, empathetic, and dedicated to her work. It is often said that those who are realized or are on the path to self-realization can impact others the most, and Sumita embodies this principle. Hypnotherapy is not magic; it requires continued dedication to practicing the techniques she suggests. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking self-realization, success, and happiness. Best wishes!

Soumen Roy, USA

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For over a large part of my adult life I believed that I am insignificant and nothing significant can come out of me or my work. My belief systems arose largely from some people around me, whose ideas of a woman, and the work I do, were very limited. Consequently, I had very little inner drive to be my natural self, map out and follow a path to a successful career. It became easier for me to follow an external stimulus to direct my education, job placement etc than use my conviction to move forward. However, over a period I ended up exhausted. My self-worth was low, I ran into a vicious cycle of negative thoughts and procrastination. It became challenging for me to bring myself to change for the better. Serendipitously, I chanced upon one of the videos Sumita had put up about hypnotherapy/rapid transformational therapy. Curious, I immediately contacted her with a request to help me identify my purpose in this life. I believed that if I knew my purpose I would then concentrate my efforts in that direction and lead my life efficiently.

I did an initial call with Sumita where she gathered what I seek from the therapy, saw if hypnotherapy could help with it and explained the process of hypnotherapy. At an appointed date, she took a 3-hour session online where we had detailed discussions. She took me into a meditative state, established a connection between my conscious and sub-conscious mind to identify the root cause of the beliefs I held. During the entire time I was in the meditative state, my conscious self was very well active and aware of the interaction we were having. My consciousness could allow or break the process if I had willed. I could allow Sumita to work with me - on me, because she understood my problem well, and has a keen sense of understanding problems in the way they should be. Her ability to put everything in the right perspective, even for me to understand, allowed me to trust her and her process. She took down pertinent notes from my session and developed an audio bite for me to listen to every day; either before I went to bed or immediately after I woke up from sleep. This audio reinforced positive thoughts on the aspects that I wanted to work on. The next couple weeks that I took to listening to this audio were incredibly mind altering.

I found that she has a particular knack to make keen observations on pertinent aspects that can sub-consciously bring the desired change. Her voice is exceptionally soothing, and it takes me into meditation as soon as I start listening to the audio. As I listened to it every day, many emotions surfaced through sub-conscious dreams that made me realize an inherent fear to do certain things. I took a few more sessions as and when I required them to identify reasons for my fear and move beyond. Through an emotional overhaul, my mind started to heal; I became more receptive to suggestions, more flexible to change. More practically, I started to work with ease on the work that I had procrastinated for long. This entire experience made me realize that the process of healing or re-wiring your brain is not linear and is not always easy to go through. However, with some clear results of my progress in many small and unquantifiable ways, I believe it’s better to heal from within than to treat symptoms. While I am still a work in progress, seeing myself improve makes me confident to find my purpose and do well.

Hypnotherapy can help bring positive changes from inside out, it may not always be an easy process, but with a right therapist by your side it’s the best way to heal and grow. And I feel that it is particularly effective if you desire the change from within. Sumita is an exceptional therapist, who can make your internal transition incredibly easy and fast. I am glad to have found her to work through my issues.

Snehalatha Vadigi, India

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It was an absolute pleasure co-creating a retreat with Dr. Sumita. She brings exceptional clarity and calm to everything she does, blending people, purpose, and process effortlessly.

What makes her retreats truly special is the way she integrated Yoga, Hypnotherapy, and Naturopathy, Tibetan singing bowls, elemental immersions, and art into one cohesive, deeply healing experience, something quite rare and profound.

Her attention to detail is unmatched. Truly appreciate her meticulousness and the ability to document every phase of the experience beautifully.

Dr. Sumita leads with quiet confidence, grounded wisdom, and deep compassion. Working with her was both inspiring and enriching, she truly embodies holistic wellness in action.

Suchita Sanjay, Mysore, Karnataka, India

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I recently had the opportunity to experience the transformative work of Anant Alaya, and it left a lasting positive impact. In the multi-billion dollar mental health services industry, we are seeing a critical need for new entrants. Anant Alaya is a prime example of a much-needed startup that moves beyond conventional models.

What truly sets them apart is their unique value delivery model—a powerful blend of deep neuroscience and ancient wisdom. It’s a holistic ecosystem that integrates:

  • The scientific rigor and pedigree of founders like Dr. Sumita Chakraborty, with her background in neuroscience research from Cambridge.
  • The profound expertise of yoga and meditation professionals.
  • Practical, science-backed tools for mind management, such as hypnotherapy, to reprogram subconscious patterns and foster genuine well-being.

This fusion of science and holistic practice (Tana-Yog, Mano-Yog, Dhana-Yog, and Sama-Yog) creates a comprehensive path to transformation that our modern world desperately needs. A huge congratulations to Dr. Sumita Chakraborty, PhD, Nitin Ananta, and the entire team at Anant Alaya for their visionary work.

Arnob Bhattacharya, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

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Hands down the most transformative week of my life! From the moment I arrived at the retreat, I felt completely held—the space, the energy, the people… everything was pure magic. The sessions/classes were perfectly balanced: challenging enough to push my edges, yet deeply restorative and nurturing. Each morning’s sunrise flow left me floating, and the evening yin & restorative sessions melted years of tension I didn’t even know I was carrying.

The teachers are world-class—intuitive, knowledgeable, and so full of heart. They didn’t just teach theory; they guided us back home to ourselves. The food? Unreal. Every meal was a love letter to my body—fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor. I’ve never felt so nourished.

But what made this retreat truly unforgettable was the community. I arrived as a stranger and left with a soul-family. The sessions and sharing circles cracked my heart wide open in the most beautiful way. I laughed, I cried happy tears, I remembered who I am beneath all the noise. I came for yoga and left reborn—lighter, clearer, and more alive than I’ve felt in years. If you’re even thinking about it… GO. Your soul will thank you. I’m already counting down the days until I return. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the deepest part of me.

Kiran Rajyaguru, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

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The Himalayan Five Elements Retreat in Rishikesh has been one of the most special and impactful experiences of my life. Always interested in wellness, the choice of Rishikesh as location—along with the unique structure of the program—convinced me to register.

The facilitators offered a warm welcome that felt like an embrace, much like the surroundings we spent the next 6 days in ❣️With meticulous planning and execution, including significant effort in finding the perfect retreat venue, conducive to the retreat’s objectives, I experienced deep immersion—an openness to receive everything on offer and gain meaningful insights into understanding myself as a soul, not just an individual with a given name. The team: Dr Sumita, Nitin Ananta, supported by Suchita Sanjay and Dr Vini, created a synergy of the highest quality. Every participant was truly seen and appreciated 💓We left carrying each other in our hearts—as members of ananta parivaar (family).

This high-vibrational and supercharged environment has enabled a massive shift in my daily life. I’ve gone from being a non-meditator to waking up at 4 am for meditation using the tools provided—and can now sit in utter peace for nearly 2 hours (!!) I have sown the seeds of the fruits tasted during the sessions and practices into the soil of my mind, which will now sprout and grow deep roots ✨ With gratitude and love.

Deepika Rao, Mysore, Karnataka, India

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The retreat opened a door I didn’t even know I’d been standing in front of. The 5 Elements Himalayan experience was my first retreat ever, and it ended up becoming a turning point. I’d already been working with Dr. Sumita for a few months, slowly unlearning my old doubts about hypnotherapy and rebuilding trust in my own mind. When she mentioned this retreat, I signed up without hesitation.

I arrived in Rishikesh carrying a lot of noise. Confusion about my career, uncertainty in my personal life, just a general mental clutter. Five days later, I left with a quieter mind, a clearer sense of direction, and tools I still use. The design of the retreat felt inclusive and thoughtful, blending hypnotherapy, yoga, and naturopathy in a way that worked for anyone, no matter where they were in life.

The location itself worked like medicine. Waking up to birds, water, and the stillness of nature softened so much inside me. The activities including playing with colours, reflecting, speaking to nature, sitting with emotions, all of them pushed me gently but deeply. It all wrapped up with sweet notes from people who felt like strangers on day one and family by the end.

I’m still meditating every day, and this retreat genuinely gave me a stronger, calmer, steadier base to move through life. It was grounding, clarifying, and unexpectedly healing.

Frazin Salim, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

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The best and only way is to experience it !

The feeling of emptiness in the mind, hearts full of joyous bonding, meeting beautiful souls, opening of the senses and connecting with nature—smiling and crying at the same time, feeling sheer bliss and oneness with the universe. Beautiful moments spent across various activities with wonderful facilitators at a heavenly location, accompanied by delicious, healthy meals. A very comfortable stay with smiling staff in service all day long. Beautiful weather, a river for a bath and a waterfall—both easily accessible within the resort. A must-experience retreat, one that leaves you hungry to return again and again. Great value for time and money spent. Thank you.

I repeat The best and only way is to experience it !

Nina Prakash, Mysore, Karnataka, India

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I am short of words to express my opinions and feelings about the faculty that took care of all the participants—if I’m correct, around 16 of us. I was the senior-most among them. There were four faculty members, each specialized in a different field, covering the entire ambit of yoga and Spiritual Sciences. They worked tirelessly to engage each one of us in uplifting our self ego States. We were truly blessed to be part of this retreat. I recommend people of all ages to grasp the opportunity whenever it comes to seeing sacred places like Rishikesh, Haridwar, and the likes, in the company of these amazing groups of specialists—benefiting 200 percent for both mind and body at such a competitive package. I wish all the faculty the very best in holding many such retreats, along with abundant happiness in their Professional and Personal lives.

DR. Pandarathil Rajiv, Secunderabad, Telangana, India

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I was part of the Himalayan Five Elements Retreat's 2025 batch, the inaugural franchise held from October 6 to October 11 at one of the best locations in Rishikesh. The experience was wholesome, with facilitators guiding us through practices such as naturopathy, hypnosis, sound healing, and mud therapy, to name a few. Everything was well organized and deeply enriching. The location’s energy was vastly different from anything we had experienced before. What truly stood out was the sense of community—16 individuals across diverse age groups and backgrounds, all supported with professionalism, warmth, and care. The organizers know their craft well and are qualified to ethically and professionally handhold seekers in the most meaningful ways.

Tanmoy Banerjea, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

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I had a great experience with well curated programmes. The location was serene and thus the group’s energy was elevated naturally as everyone seemed to be happy and relaxed. With the guidance of the facilitators, I was able to deepen the connection to my inner self and thus the people around me. I would highly recommend this retreat.

Come here to find yourself. If you already have, then come here to build a better relationship with yourself. If you already have, then come here to be the divine self.

Mithun Mahesh, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, India

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Rishikesh the name itself vibrates at high frequency! We had a great time doing yoga, had divine experience with Hanuman pooja, unforgettable mud therapy, had divine blessings with sound healing with yogashree, and with Art therapy we evolved with our hidden potential.Overall great experience with 5 elements, truly blessed to be at the retreat. The energy of the retreat venue was super divine.

Gayathri Arun, Mysore, Karnataka, India

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The retreat was a truly wonderful experience. The venue was exceptionally beautiful, offering a serene and inspiring environment. A wide range of activities was conducted, including yoga, hypnotherapy, naturopathy, sound healing, and chakra healing—all of which were executed very well. I could genuinely feel a positive shift in the overall energy.

Bhavana Yeshgol, Mysore, Karnataka, India

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I hate it when corporate leaders say - “Take a break to recharge”. To me, breaks and PTOs are for doing what you can’t do while working: travelling, hobbies, uninterrupted family time or pursuing something new. If you need a break to “recharge,” you’re probably in the wrong place! But recently, I found myself in urgent need to take a break—unclear project scope, shifting timelines, limited resources, difficult boss. So I signed up for a Himalayan wellbeing retreat by Ananta Alaya instead of a normal vacation. And it was an amazing experience! Soothing nature, silence, mindful activities, and rest didn’t just help me feel recharged, it felt like my battery capacity increased! Now I’m all charged up to deliver superior client value… until meetings and deadlines bring me back to 0% :D I came with 0 expectations and left with a lifetime of memories and a strong resolve to live life joyfully!

Mukund Marodia, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India