<p><br /></p><p>In this episode we step into the <strong>6th limb of Patanjali’s eightfold path: Dharana</strong> – the practice of concentration. </p><p><br /></p><p>This is where the yoga journey moves beyond preparation to the practise &amp; experience of meditation. </p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Topics covered:</strong></p><ul><li>A short breakdown of the eight-limb path of yoga</li><li>Why most of us know yoga only through asana</li><li>The mystery and misconceptions around the final 3 limbs</li><li>Dharana –  its meaning &amp; purpose</li><li>Dharana in today’s attention crisis</li><li>Why “forgetting” is included in the design of meditation</li><li>Turning forgetting into kindness and compassion</li><li>How to choose an object for your meditation</li><li>Practical ways to work with Dharana</li><li>Integrating the fire of Tapas with softness and kindness</li><li>From effort to effortless to arrive at Dhyana</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Hopefully this episodes helps de-mystify the idea of dharana into something truly practical that can enhance not only your meditation practise but the way we move through life!</p><p><br /></p><p>🙏 Stay Connected &amp; Explore More:</p><p><br />📸 Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/ashleybrown412" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@ashleybrown412</a><br />📺 YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/@ashbrownmeditation" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ash Brown Meditation</a><br />🌐 Website: <a href="https://ashbrownmeditation.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ashbrownmeditation.com</a><br />📩 Email: ashleysarinebrown@gmail.com<br /></p>