What is Yoga REALLY?

Summary

In this episode, Lauren explores the question of what yoga really is. She explains that yoga is a subjective experience and that it has roots that date back thousands of years. She introduces the definition of yoga from the Yoga Sutras, which states that yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind. She breaks down the Sanskrit words within the definition and explains their meanings. Lauren also discusses the relevance of yoga in modern times and the importance of stilling and calming the mind. She mentions that yoga is not considered a religion, but rather a philosophy and a science.

Takeaways

• Yoga is a subjective experience and has roots that date back thousands of years.
• The definition of yoga from the Yoga Sutras is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind.
• Yoga involves stilling and calming the mind, and realizing that we are not our thoughts or fluctuations.
• Yoga is not considered a religion, but rather a philosophy and a science.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Question of What Yoga Is 02:35 The Definition of Yoga from the Yoga Sutras 04:58 Breaking Down the Sanskrit Words in the Definition 07:22 Stilling the Mind and Non-Identification 12:46 Yoga as a Philosophy and a Science Follow Lauren on Instagram True Love Yoga on Instagram True Love Yoga- Book a Class!