Vigyan Yoga

Vata disorders are ailments caused by an imbalance of the Vata dosha in the body according to Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine. Vata dosha is associated with the elements of air and ether, and its imbalance can lead to physical and mental symptoms. While Vata disorders are primarily believed to stem from the…

In the practice of meditation, focusing on the breath holds significant importance. It allows us to detach from emotions and imagination, leading us to a state of disinterest. While initially, we may use external objects as points of concentration, such as idols or pictures, eventually, we shift our attention to the breath. The breath transcends…

People sometimes overeat due to various reasons that involve their minds, emotions, and surroundings. Yoga provides insights into these factors and offers solutions to overcome overeating habits. Excessive Interest in Food: When individuals have more interest in food than necessary, it may indicate a lack in their minds and senses. Yoga teaches us to find…

Ashtaanga Yoga Yoga is a beautiful path to self-discovery and inner peace. Ashtaanga Yoga is introduced for absolute beginners. By practicing the eight limbs of yoga, you gradually cleanse your mind and weaken impurities. The impurities are ignorance, ego, attachment, aversion, and fear of death. The light of knowledge shines when you understand the difference…

In our previous blog post, we discussed two types of afflictions in detail. In today’s blog, we will delve into the next three types of afflictions, namely: Raga (attraction/attachment), Dvesha (aversion), and Abhinivesha (fear of death). Rāga (raaga)- attraction सुखानुशयी रागः ॥७॥ 2.7 sukhānuśayī rāgaḥ सुख-अनुशयी रागः​ – sukha-anuśayī rāgaḥ sukha- happiness; anuśayī- to follow, that…

Maharishi Patanjali has mentioned five types of afflictions (kleshas): avidya (ignorance), asmita (ego), raga (attachment), dvesha (aversion), and abhinivesha (fear of death). These afflictions cause people to experience sadness and become the cause of their misery, which is why they are referred to as afflictions. People who suffer from this misery become entangled in the…

The niyamas form the second part of the Ashtanga path of yoga and consist of self-discipline and rules necessary for spiritual growth and personal development. The Maharishi Patanjali has outlined five niyamas to be observed, including cleanliness (saucha), contentment (santosha), austerity (tapa), introspection and study of scriptures (svadhyaya), and surrender to God (Ishvara Pranidhana). According…

Meditation has become a buzzword in recent years, and for good reason. There are countless benefits to making meditation a regular part of your wellness routine. While it may seem intimidating or like a foreign concept to some, meditation is an ancient practice that has been used for thousands of years as a way to…

In the previous blog, we discussed three Yamas under the topic of “The Role of Yamas in Yogic Ethics”. In today’s blog, we will learn about the other two Yamas, which are Brahmacharya (control of the senses) and Aparigraha (non-hoarding). 4. Brahmacharya (control of the senses): Generally, brahmacharya is believed to be the control or…