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Encouraging A Strong Spirit, A Peaceful Soul, & A Healthy Body
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Note: The definitions' have been revised. The new definitions for the 8 Limbs have been taken from "True Yoga" by Jennie Lee, because we need to "focus on the positive quality that should be cultivated rather than what should be avoided". ~ True Yoga (P.23)
THE 8 LIMBS OF YOGA
Limb One — YAMAS
Inner Work: Connecting to Your True Nature
(Ahimsa) Peacefulness : Happiness Begins Within
(Satya) Truthfulness : Integrity Creates Personal Power
(Astheya) Generosity : Giving Initiates the Law of Prosperity
(Brahmacharya) Self-Control : Moderation Increases Energy
(Aparigraha) Appreciation : Gratitude Brings Abundance
Limb Two — NIYAMAS
Life Integration: Creating a Harmonious Existence Purity
(Saucha): Choosing Less Offers More
(Santosha) Contentment : Accepting What Is Equals Freedom
(Tapas) Right Action : Pairing Passion and Non-Attachment
(Swadhaya) Self-Reflection : Discovering Your True Nature
(Iswara Pranidhana) Devotion : Surrendering to Love
Limb Three — ASANA ~
Right Posture : Physical Practice for Comfort and Ease
Limb Four — PRANAYAMA ~
Energy Management : Control and Expansion of the Life Force
Limb Five — PRATYAHARA ~
Inward Turning : The Peace That Waits Within
Limb Six — DHARANA ~
Focused Attention : Developing Concentration
Limb Seven — DHYANA ~
Meditation: The State of True Stillness
Limb Eight — SAMADHI ~
Liberation : Achieving Lasting Bliss
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