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Niyama Practice: Firing Up Our Desire to Know Who We Are As One

by Maria Kuzmiak 2 Comments

In chapter 2 of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, we learn about practicing yoga. More specifically, how to practice. The first sutra in this section introduces three important disciplines that can help us deepen our yoga practice. The disciplines are three of the five niyamas. Sutra 2.1 says: Austerity, the study of sacred texts, and the dedication … [Read more…]

Posted in: Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, Yoga Circles Tagged: higher power, niyamas, practice of yoga, svadhyaya, tapas
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