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Branches of Yoga
branches of yoga, yamas and niyamas
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Undergraduate 1
06/11/2014

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Term
Yamas
Definition

Ethical guidelines for relationships

  • relationships with others and ourselves
Term
Ahimsa
Definition

Nonharming and Nonviolence

  • the golden rule                                        
  • non judging                                             
  • self acceptance                                       
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Satya
Definition

Truthful and Honest

  • use language assetive to beliefs 
  • critical radar for information
Term
Asteya
Definition

Nonstealing

  • do not take what doesnt belong to you
  • do not take advantage of generosity
  • do not take credit for something that is not yours and not copying
Term
Brahmacharya
Definition

Self - Control

  • moderation
Term
Aparigraha
Definition

Not being Greedy

  • simplification rather than hording and accumulating
  • limiting excesive use
Term
Niyamas
Definition

Positive Habits or Behaviors

 

Term
Saucha
Definition

Cleanliness and Purity

  • good hygiene
  • clean eating
  • positive thougths and affirmations
  • clean language
Term
Santosha
Definition

Contentment, Optimism and Gratitude

  • Staying in the Present
Term
Tapas
Definition

Self Discipline

  • Keep Goals
  • Do your Best
  • Self Efficacy
Term
Svadhyaya
Definition

Self Study

  • Learn from Mistakes
  • Self Awareness and Reflections
Term
Ishva Pranidhana
Definition

Looking for Meaning in the World

  • Asking "why am I Here?"
Term
Asanas
Definition
Physical Practice of Postures
Term
Pranayamas
Definition
Breath Awareness
Term
Pratyahara
Definition

Turning Inward of the Senses

  • Turning off external distractions
  • detaching from attitudes and judgements
Term
Dharana and Dhyana
Definition

Concentration and Meditation

  • Concentration and patience to stay awake, focused and present in body and mind
  • Concentrate and reflect on one thing
Term
Samadhi
Definition

Culminating Experience of Connection

 

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