Philosophy & Self-Inquiry
The Five Koshas: Exploring the Layers of Human Experience in Yoga Philosophy
Explore the five koshas in Vedānta, from body to awareness.
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An inviting space to explore yoga philosophy, practice, breath and mindful living.
11 educational articles · Persian & English
Philosophy & Self-Inquiry
Philosophy & Self-Inquiry
The Seven Chakras in Yoga: A Guide to Their Symbols and Meaning
Explore the traditional symbols and meanings of the seven chakras.
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Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras: A Guide to Mind, Awareness and the Eight Limbs of Yoga
Patañjali, the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtras and the eight limbs.
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The Nine Obstacles in Yoga: Patañjali’s Guide to Steady Practice
The nine obstacles in the Yoga Sūtras and steady practice.
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Svādhyāya in Yoga: The Art of Studying Ourselves
Svādhyāya: reflective self-study and traditional text study.
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The Three Gunas in Yoga: Clarity, Movement, and Stillness
Sattva, rajas and tamas in Sāṃkhya and Yoga philosophy.
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Practice & Awareness
Yoga Styles: Different Paths to a More Aware Practice
Explore yoga traditions and how to choose a thoughtful practice.
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Mudras in Yoga: Where Posture, Breath, and Attention Meet
How traditional mudras bring posture, breathing, and attention together.
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Kriya Movement Practices: Nine Exercises for Movement, Breath and Awareness
Nine kriya-inspired movements with breath and safety awareness.
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The Five Vāyus in Yoga: A Traditional Map of Breath and Awareness
The five vāyus as a traditional breath-and-awareness framework.
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Mindful Living
Nutrition in Yoga: Mindful Eating, Tradition and Everyday Balance
Mindful eating and yogic food traditions alongside modern nutrition.
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