The intention of SOUL MEDICINE is to offer you, the listener, ways to reconnect to your soul.   This week I’m talking Yamas and Niyamas. Now obviously I am just skimming the surface with this podcast.  The philosophy that holds the foundation of the yoga practice is everything.  We cannot hold a “steady comfortable pose” if we are scattered in the mind. If are spewing resentment instead of gratitude. If are not upholding the truth that lives in our own hearts.  

The (8) Limbs of Yoga are powerful benchmarks that hold me to my truth every single day. The Yamas and the Niyamas spell out the 10 “code of ethics” are valuable for an awakened existence.  

1. Yamas are the attitudes towards others and the world around you.
   Ahimsa or non-violence: Compassion for all living things 
   Satya or truthfulness: Commitment to the truth 
   Asteya or non-stealing: Not taking anything that has not been freely given
   Bramacharya or non-lust: Merging with the One 
   Aparigraha or non-possessiveness:  Non grasping  

1. Niyamas are how you treat yourself or your attitude towards yourself.
   Saucha - cleanliness 
   Santosha - contentment  
   Tapas - burning passion 
   Svadhyaya - study of the sacred text and of one's self 
   Isvarapranidhama - Celebration of the Divine.  

These principles are the backbone of this practice. Take a listen to learn more! 

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DD x