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  Hello enthusiast readers how are you? Today I'll be writing about the seventh limb of Ashtang Yoga that is Dhyana. So let's start with a smile :) Ashtang Yoga, often referred to as the eight-limbed path, offers a comprehensive roadmap for spiritual growth and self-realization. One of its essential components is Dhyana, the practice of meditation. In this brief but detailed blog, we will explore the significance of Dhyana in Ashtanga Yoga. 1. Understanding Dhyana: Dhyana, often translated as meditation, is the seventh limb of Ashtanga Yoga. It follows Dharana, which is the art of concentration. While Dharana is the process of focusing the mind on a single point, Dhyana is the state of sustained, uninterrupted focus, where the meditator becomes one with the object of meditation. 2. The Goal of Dhyana: The ultimate goal of Dhyana is to achieve a deep and unbroken connection between the meditator and the object of meditation. This connection goes beyond words and tho...

Hello to all my readers here I am with another blog...sit back, relax and with a calm mind let's start reading ....In this blog, we will delve into the concept of dharna and understand how it contributes to the path of Ashtang Yoga. Ashtang Yoga, often referred to as the "eight-limbed" yoga, is a comprehensive system for personal transformation and spiritual growth. Dharna, which is the sixth limb of Ashtanga Yoga, plays a crucial role in refining one's practice and achieving a deeper connection with oneself.  Dharna can be translated as "concentration" or "focus." It involves cultivating a single-pointedness of mind, channeling all our attention and energy towards a chosen object of focus. The purpose of dharna is to quiet the mind and create a state of unwavering concentration, allowing for a deeper exploration of our inner landscape and eventual union with the divine. How to Practice of Dharna: 1. Choosing the object of focus: The fi...

Hello to all my enthusiast readers, I am here with another blog on Niyama the second limb of Ashtang Yoga. So let's start with ZEAL 😊 Niyama in Ashtanga Yoga: Cultivating Discipline and Self-Care Niyama, which refers to the personal observances or disciplines that we cultivate in our daily lives. Niyama consists of five components: Saucha (cleanliness), Santosha (contentment), Tapas (discipline), Svadhyaya (self-study), and Ishvara pranidhana (surrender to a higher power). Each of these components plays a vital role in deepening our yoga practice and transforming our lives. Saucha, the first component of Niyama, emphasizes cleanliness and purity. It involves taking care of our physical bodies, our living spaces, and our environment. By practicing Saucha, we create a clean and harmonious space for our practice, both internally and externally. This can be achieved through maintaining a clean diet, practicing good hygiene, and keeping our surroundings clutter-free. Santosha, or conte...