Control over one’s physical body, speech, thoughts, and mind. It is a practical spiritual discipline that involves deep meditation, austerity/moderation, self-discipline, and efforts to reach Self-realization. The disciplined and concentrated practice of Yoga is a form of Tapasya. Tapasya may also be practiced through meditation and fasting.
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savicara samapatti
Transformation of the consciousness by contemplation on subtle objects such as the ego, intelligence, or the counterpart of the elements (sound, touch, sight, taste, and smell), or the qualities of luminosity, vibrancy, and dormancy of nature, conditioned by space, time, and causation.
nirvitarka samapatti
A no-mind state when consciousness alone manifests itself.
pranava
The sacred syllable Om
Samadhi
Samadhi is a state of profound meditation, and total absorption. Samadhi is seeing the soul face to face, an absolute, indivisible state of existence, in which all differences between body, mind, and soul are dissolved. Samadhi is Yoga.
Samyama
Samyama means holding together, tying up, binding or integration. It’s the combined simultaneous practice of Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation), and Samadhi (union/Yoga).
Mahabharata
Great Epic of the Bharata Dynasty
Pranayama
Pranayama is the practice of breath regulation. It’s a main component of Yoga, an exercise for physical and mental wellness.
Ujjayi
Ujjayi breathing is the most common form of breath control used in Yoga. It’s a technique that focuses on breathing through your nose and tightening your throat to make a sound similar to a light snore.