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Les 7 lois spirituelles du yoga: Un guide pratique de transformation intérieure
Talvez o leitor seja um dos muitos milhões de pessoas que já experimentaram pessoalmente os extraordinários benefícios que o ioga pode trazer à sua vida. Ou talvez seja a primeira vez que pega num livro de exercícios de ioga. Em qualquer caso, sorte a sua! Este não é apenas mais um livro com contorcionismos orientais. Deepak Chopra e David Simon, claros e sucintos, descrevem-lhe ao pormenor as práticas corretas para integrar as Sete Leis Espirituais do Ioga no seu quotidiano: técnicas de meditação, mantras e exercícios de respiração, entre outros, contando com ilustrações e dicas para se aperfeiçoar. Descubra, sem mistificações, a pura espiritualidade que advém da união perfeita entre corpo e mente em estado de plena atenção, permitindo-lhe abrir a consciência a um mundo infinito de potencialidades.
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Published June 29, 2005
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Deepak Chopra
694 books19.1k followersDeepak Chopra, MD serves as the Founder and Chairman of The Chopra Foundation, and Co-Founder of the Chopra Center for Wellbeing.
As a global leader and pioneer in the field of mind-body medicine, Chopra transforms the way the world views physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social wellness. Known as a prolific author of eighty books books with twenty-two New York Times best sellers in both fiction and non-fiction, his works have been published in more than forty-three languages.
Chopra’s medical training is in internal medicine and endocrinology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. Dr. Chopra serves as Co-Founder and Chairman of The Chopra Center for Wellbeing, Founder of The Chopra Well on YouTube, Adjunct Professor of Executive Programs at Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School, Columbia University, Assistant Clinical Professor, in the Family and Preventive Medicine Department at the University of California, San Diego, Health Sciences, Faculty at Walt Disney Imagineering, and Senior Scientist with The Gallup Organization.
GlobeIn acknowledges Chopra as "one of top ten most influential spiritual leaders around the world." TIME magazine has described Dr. Chopra as "one of the top 100 heroes and icons of the century and credits him as "the poet-prophet of alternative medicine."
As a global leader and pioneer in the field of mind-body medicine, Chopra transforms the way the world views physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social wellness. Known as a prolific author of eighty books books with twenty-two New York Times best sellers in both fiction and non-fiction, his works have been published in more than forty-three languages.
Chopra’s medical training is in internal medicine and endocrinology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. Dr. Chopra serves as Co-Founder and Chairman of The Chopra Center for Wellbeing, Founder of The Chopra Well on YouTube, Adjunct Professor of Executive Programs at Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School, Columbia University, Assistant Clinical Professor, in the Family and Preventive Medicine Department at the University of California, San Diego, Health Sciences, Faculty at Walt Disney Imagineering, and Senior Scientist with The Gallup Organization.
GlobeIn acknowledges Chopra as "one of top ten most influential spiritual leaders around the world." TIME magazine has described Dr. Chopra as "one of the top 100 heroes and icons of the century and credits him as "the poet-prophet of alternative medicine."
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August 22, 2014
I read this book in three hours over Americano at Starbucks. It's a very good book for yogis or non yogis out there that are having troubles with the philosophical aspect of yoga. Deepak explains it in a subtle yet understandable way that it makes it a very interesting read, a page turner. I recommend this to those who wants to learn and understand more about the bigger picture (if not overall) of what yoga is really about. And no, it's not a book full of flexible people folding into pretzel.
January 23, 2013
I've done yoga on and off for a few years now. I never really learned the purpose of it nor committed to it. During a tough semester a friend and I started attending yoga classes regularly again. After a couple sessions, I noticed my weeks would go by smoother, I wouldn't strain or stress out as much if at all. Here I am again going through a tough time, so I wanted to recommit to yoga again. This book was easy to understand. I think it's a great gateway to those beginning yoga.
January 20, 2017
Evolução é Vida
"Temos esperança de que, com as mudanças que se operarão em cada um de vós graças à prática das Sete Leis Espirituais do Ioga, deixarão de conseguir resistir ao desejo de contribuir para a cura e a transformação da humanidade e do mundo."
"Em conjunto, poderemos lembrar a todos os membros da nossa família global que existe em cada um de nós a capacidade de contribuir para a paz e a harmonia no mundo — basta despertar essas qualidades dentro de nós."
"Acreditamos que cada um de nós pode contribuir para um mundo melhor através das escolhas pessoais que fazemos diariamente."
"O ioga é muito mais do que um sistema de aptidão física. É uma ciência de vida equilibrada, um caminho para a realização de todo o potencial humano."
Mais uma ferramenta indispensável a todos os que estão empenhados no Trilho da Evolução!
"Temos esperança de que, com as mudanças que se operarão em cada um de vós graças à prática das Sete Leis Espirituais do Ioga, deixarão de conseguir resistir ao desejo de contribuir para a cura e a transformação da humanidade e do mundo."
"Em conjunto, poderemos lembrar a todos os membros da nossa família global que existe em cada um de nós a capacidade de contribuir para a paz e a harmonia no mundo — basta despertar essas qualidades dentro de nós."
"Acreditamos que cada um de nós pode contribuir para um mundo melhor através das escolhas pessoais que fazemos diariamente."
"O ioga é muito mais do que um sistema de aptidão física. É uma ciência de vida equilibrada, um caminho para a realização de todo o potencial humano."
Mais uma ferramenta indispensável a todos os que estão empenhados no Trilho da Evolução!
October 27, 2022
Interessant, praktisch, leerzaam en zeer behulpzaam.
December 2, 2018
The subtitle of this book is "a practical guide to healing body, mind, and spirit". And it says that it's dedicated to "seekers of unity across time and space"... Wow! As a frequent traveler and love to check out the historical sites, I think I can call myself "a seeker across time and pace", even I am not sure what I have been seeking... So this book published in year 2004 is now for me!
The book has 3 parts: Part I talks about the philosophy of yoga; Part II talks about meditation and breathing; and Part III talks about various yoga practices. To me, most of the yoga practices (posture mainly) are fairly common ones, so there was not much new learning. But the philosophical concepts behind the yoga and the practices of meditation and breathing magically align with what I am teaching and learning with the course "Search Inside Yourself"! This proves the idea I often share: "when you are ready to learn, the universe will provide you with a teacher or a source of information." I am ready, so here came this book!
Yoga means union, the union of body, mind and spirit - the union of our individuality with the divine intelligence. The goal of yoga is total freedom from suffering. It occurs naturally, when we get in touch with our spirit, when our mind quiet and we are able to assess the inner wisdom that emerges from the deepest aspect of our beings.
The book then explains yoga knowledge and philosophy: the 4 forms of yoga (4 elements to learn about yoga), the 8 branches of yoga (8 different entry points into the sense of our essential nature), and the 7 spiritual laws of yoga (7 principles of life too). These are from the Indian philosophy known as "Vedic Science", and yoga is the practical aspect of the Vedic Science. I will list the main points of the yoga philosophy later in the review.
The yoga practices including: yoga poses, breathing exercise and meditation. The book explains them all with processes and photos. They are no mysteries, only the exercises to stabilize our awareness and flexibility both in body and mind, while spending extended time in silence. Then we shift our inner attitude from "what's in it for me?" to "what can I help?". At the end, we can contribute to the healing and transformation of the humanity and the world.
What I learned the most is that yoga is a practice for living life with fitness. As the body becomes more flexible, the mind becomes more flexible; as the body gains strength, the mind gains strength. As we learn to maintain a centered state of balance physically, we spontaneously feel more centered and balanced mentally and emotionally. The skills gained during the practices of yoga translate into life skills. The ways doing the yoga postures are the ways living the daily life. (I will list some later in the review.)
Of course knowledge is not knowingness. Do not confuse information with wisdom. Only practice and experience can get me the knowingness. Overall, this is a very helpful book appearing at the time when I need...
Note:
Yoga philosophy:
- The ego is that aspect of our beings that identifies with the positions and possessions of our life. It is ultimately our self images - the way we want to project who we are to ourselves and to the world. Whenever we are solely identified with our egos, we bind ourselves to things that do not have permanent reality. Whatever the object of attachment is, the binding of our identities to something that resides in the worlds of forms and phenomenas is the seed cause of distress, unhappiness and illness.
- There are 3 key questions that help shift our internal reference point from ego to spirit. They are: "who am I?", "what do I want?", and "how can I serve?"
- Remembering that the real you is not trapped in the volume of a body for the span of a lifetime is the key to genuine freedom and joy.
4 forms of yoga:
- 1. Guan yoga - the yoga of understanding, understanding the knowledge, the law of nature, the science.
- 2. Bhakit yoga - the yoga of love and devotion. If you pay attention to love, think about love, express love, response to gestures of love and make love the basis for all your choices, then you are practicing Bhakit yoga.
- 3. Karma yoga - the yoga of infinite being, to recognize that our thoughts and actions belong to the Supreme Being. We are eternal beings on a cosmic journey with no worry and no anxiety, because that the universe is performing the actions and takes care of the results.
- 4. Raja yoga - the yoga of practices. It is the path of union through practice that takes your awareness inward.
- Combining 4 of them means: once we are physically vital, emotionally stable, and psychologically centered, our ability and desire to love and express authentic compassion expand, we will become more capable of surrendering to the will of universe and begin a never ending journey of knowing. It is a spiritual journey!
8 branches of yoga:
- 1. Yama - the rules of social behavior, guidelines for engaging with others (such as: practicing nonviolence, speaking truthfully, exercising appropriate sexual control, being honest, and being generous)
- 2. Niyama - the rules of personal behavior (such as: purity, contentment, discipline, spiritual expiration, and surrender to the divine)
- 3. Asana - the postures to achieve physical flexibility and tone. The practices enhance the flexibility of our joints, improve our balance, strengthen our muscles and calm our mind.
- 4. Pranayama - the conscious breathing techniques to cultivate attention and inner calmness.
- 5. Pratyahara - The process of directing our senses inward to become aware of the subtle elements of sound, touch, sight, taste and smell.
- 6. Dharana - The mastery of attention and intention. When our attention is established, and we have a clear intention, nature rallies to help you.
- 7. Dhyana - The development of witnessing awareness. Do not lose ourselves in the objects of our experience, just observe the thoughts, feelings, sensations, and sounds that arise in your awareness without needing to react to them.
- 8. Samadhi - The state of being settled in pure, unbounded awareness. Knowing ourselves as spiritual beings disguised as human beings to be established in union and perform action in harmony with the evolutionary flow of life.
7 spiritual laws of yoga:
- 1. The law of pure potentiality - our social mask thrives on approval, strives to control and is sustained by power. Our ego lives in fear of losing approval, control and power. But our true selves, our souls are completely free of these things.
- 2. The law of giving and receiving - The universe operates through dynamic exchange. Life is the flow of all the elements and forces that comprise the field of existence. We must be open to giving and receiving in order to keep the life force circulating.
- 3. The laws of karma, or cause and effect - Every action we take generates a force of energy that returns to us in kind; as we sow, so we reap.
- 4. The law of lease effort. When we are in harmony with nature, when or actions are motivated by love, we can minimize our effort and maximize our effect.
- 5. The law of intention and desire. We can influence the energy and information of our environment, our world. This inference is activated by two qualities inherent in consciousness: attention and intention. Attention enlivens and intention transforms.
- 6. The law of detachment. The only true security comes from your willingness to embrace the unknown the realm of uncertainty.
- 7. The law of dharma, or purpose in life. Our ultimate purpose in life is to discover our higher self and pursue the god or goddess inside us. Everyone of us has a unique talent; expressing it brings happiness and satisfaction to us; using it to serve others, abundance flows into our life.
Meditation & breathing:
- It is easy for human beings to be so immersed in their minds that they lose awareness of their bodies. The practice of yoga enables us to reduce the mental background noise, so we can pay attention to the messages of our body. Bringing our attention into the present moment, our bodies become still and your minds quiet. Achieving stillness in our bodies spontaneously supports our mental stillness.
- As our minds quiet during meditation, we will experience moments when there is the absence of thoughts with the retention of awareness. We call this experience "going into the gap". The mind has temporarily relinquished its attachment to time and space and is immersed in the eternal Infinite realm of pure awareness.
- Meditation is the exploration of our inner world. Temporarily withdrawing the senses from the outer world in order to recognize the sensations of our inner world. We can assess our impulses and directly experience the knowledge that the world of forms and phenomena is a projection of our awareness.
- By turning into the sensations of our bodies, we can understand the workings of physiology; by listening to our inner dialogues, we can understand the nature of the mind. By going beyond our body and our mind, we can directly experience our essential spiritual core.
- Actions performed with a limited awareness result in outcomes that cause suffering to those (include self) affected by the choices made. Practice being conscious of the forces that drive our choices and we will become more intimate with our essential nature. We can then recognize and limit those that are toxic and maximize those that are nourishing to us.
- Our environment is our extended bodies. Each breath that we inhale and exhale is a reminder of the continuous interaction taking place between our physical bodies and our environment.
- There is an intimate relationship between our breath and our mind. When our mind is centered and quiet, so is our breath. When our mind is turbulent, your breathing becomes disordered. Just as our breath is affected by our mental activity, our mind can be influenced by conscious regulation of our breathing.
Yoga techniques for life too:
- Putting your attention on the action (posture), rather than focusing on the fruits of the action is the key to successful yoga practice and living.
- Stay fully present as you move through these postures, gently moving into and then through your body's resistance. Surrender into each posture, releasing rather than forcing your way into a position.
- Moving gracefully, sensitively and consciously, is the technique of yoga and living. In this way, your actions have a positive effect on you and your environment.
- The technique for success in life is just like the bow pose, for us to pull back to a still, quiet inner place first. From there, we become clear about the goal and then act with the full power of our intention. When we act from this expended domain of consciousness, the intentions will be powerful and success will be more likely.
- Stretching while maintaining your balance is a great skill to develop in your yoga practice and in your life.
- At a deeper level, yoga is the full expression of mind-body integration, becoming consciously aware of the flow of life energy in the body and performing actions in life with awareness. If we combine flexibility, balance, strength, and inner peace, we can surmount any obstacle.
Others:
- The real journey of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes, but in seeking with new eyes.
- Our body is a field of molecules; our mind is a field of thoughts; underlying and giving rise to our body and our mind is a field of consciousness, the domain of spirit.
- Detaching from the material possessions doesn't mean that we don't enjoy the world, we are simply not imprisoned by them.
- Contentment is the fragrance of present moment awareness; it implies acceptance without resignation. It is the absence of addiction to power, sensation and security. It reflects a state of being in which peace is independent of situations and circumstances happening around.
- As our mind quiet down, release our intentions, surrendering to the uncertainty. Then pay attention to the clues that arise in our lives that are directing us to the fulfillment of our desires.
To do:
- To cultivate stillness in our body; to cultivate silence in our mind.
- To witness our awareness.
- To take time to commune with nature; to appreciate all live intelligence.
- To practice non-judgement.
- To cultivate the sense of gratitude for the gifts we have in our life; celebrate our existence.
- To give something to everyone we come into contact with us during the day (kind word, a compliment, a smile, a prayer or a small gift). Similarly, be open to receiving the gifts that come to us during the day (they may be from nature, such as the songs of birds, a spring shower, a rainbow, a beautiful sunset; they may be from people, such as a warm embrace, a kind gesture, or a helpful suggestion).
- To take every opportunity to circulate love, caring, affection, and appreciation. Be the nourisher of the universe.
- To be consciously aware of the choices we make in every moment. Ask ourselves two questions: "What are the consequences of the choices I am making?" and "Would this choice bring comfort?"
- To practice acceptance. How it is now is exactly as it should be, because the universe is as it should be. Give up our need to struggle against the whole universe, but acknowledging each situation as it exists. We can accomplish more by doing less, if we are not wasting energy defending our point of view. Release consciously the conflict and struggling. Yoga is a system of mindful surrender.
- To have our intention clearly in our awareness, while we maintain an attitude of "it will be done".
- To practice detachment and embrace uncertainty. We relinquish our need to hold onto the past, which is the only thing that is known. Remind ourselves to engage in everything with detached involvement. Cultivate an attitude of curiosity and innocence as we live our life.
- To combine our focused intention with detachment from the outcome, while maintaining our center, even in the midst of confusion and turbulence.
- To be aware of our unique talent and those things we love to do while expressing our unique talent. By asking the question "how can I help?" and "how can I serve?", we will fulfill our deeper purpose in life.
The book has 3 parts: Part I talks about the philosophy of yoga; Part II talks about meditation and breathing; and Part III talks about various yoga practices. To me, most of the yoga practices (posture mainly) are fairly common ones, so there was not much new learning. But the philosophical concepts behind the yoga and the practices of meditation and breathing magically align with what I am teaching and learning with the course "Search Inside Yourself"! This proves the idea I often share: "when you are ready to learn, the universe will provide you with a teacher or a source of information." I am ready, so here came this book!
Yoga means union, the union of body, mind and spirit - the union of our individuality with the divine intelligence. The goal of yoga is total freedom from suffering. It occurs naturally, when we get in touch with our spirit, when our mind quiet and we are able to assess the inner wisdom that emerges from the deepest aspect of our beings.
The book then explains yoga knowledge and philosophy: the 4 forms of yoga (4 elements to learn about yoga), the 8 branches of yoga (8 different entry points into the sense of our essential nature), and the 7 spiritual laws of yoga (7 principles of life too). These are from the Indian philosophy known as "Vedic Science", and yoga is the practical aspect of the Vedic Science. I will list the main points of the yoga philosophy later in the review.
The yoga practices including: yoga poses, breathing exercise and meditation. The book explains them all with processes and photos. They are no mysteries, only the exercises to stabilize our awareness and flexibility both in body and mind, while spending extended time in silence. Then we shift our inner attitude from "what's in it for me?" to "what can I help?". At the end, we can contribute to the healing and transformation of the humanity and the world.
What I learned the most is that yoga is a practice for living life with fitness. As the body becomes more flexible, the mind becomes more flexible; as the body gains strength, the mind gains strength. As we learn to maintain a centered state of balance physically, we spontaneously feel more centered and balanced mentally and emotionally. The skills gained during the practices of yoga translate into life skills. The ways doing the yoga postures are the ways living the daily life. (I will list some later in the review.)
Of course knowledge is not knowingness. Do not confuse information with wisdom. Only practice and experience can get me the knowingness. Overall, this is a very helpful book appearing at the time when I need...
Note:
Yoga philosophy:
- The ego is that aspect of our beings that identifies with the positions and possessions of our life. It is ultimately our self images - the way we want to project who we are to ourselves and to the world. Whenever we are solely identified with our egos, we bind ourselves to things that do not have permanent reality. Whatever the object of attachment is, the binding of our identities to something that resides in the worlds of forms and phenomenas is the seed cause of distress, unhappiness and illness.
- There are 3 key questions that help shift our internal reference point from ego to spirit. They are: "who am I?", "what do I want?", and "how can I serve?"
- Remembering that the real you is not trapped in the volume of a body for the span of a lifetime is the key to genuine freedom and joy.
4 forms of yoga:
- 1. Guan yoga - the yoga of understanding, understanding the knowledge, the law of nature, the science.
- 2. Bhakit yoga - the yoga of love and devotion. If you pay attention to love, think about love, express love, response to gestures of love and make love the basis for all your choices, then you are practicing Bhakit yoga.
- 3. Karma yoga - the yoga of infinite being, to recognize that our thoughts and actions belong to the Supreme Being. We are eternal beings on a cosmic journey with no worry and no anxiety, because that the universe is performing the actions and takes care of the results.
- 4. Raja yoga - the yoga of practices. It is the path of union through practice that takes your awareness inward.
- Combining 4 of them means: once we are physically vital, emotionally stable, and psychologically centered, our ability and desire to love and express authentic compassion expand, we will become more capable of surrendering to the will of universe and begin a never ending journey of knowing. It is a spiritual journey!
8 branches of yoga:
- 1. Yama - the rules of social behavior, guidelines for engaging with others (such as: practicing nonviolence, speaking truthfully, exercising appropriate sexual control, being honest, and being generous)
- 2. Niyama - the rules of personal behavior (such as: purity, contentment, discipline, spiritual expiration, and surrender to the divine)
- 3. Asana - the postures to achieve physical flexibility and tone. The practices enhance the flexibility of our joints, improve our balance, strengthen our muscles and calm our mind.
- 4. Pranayama - the conscious breathing techniques to cultivate attention and inner calmness.
- 5. Pratyahara - The process of directing our senses inward to become aware of the subtle elements of sound, touch, sight, taste and smell.
- 6. Dharana - The mastery of attention and intention. When our attention is established, and we have a clear intention, nature rallies to help you.
- 7. Dhyana - The development of witnessing awareness. Do not lose ourselves in the objects of our experience, just observe the thoughts, feelings, sensations, and sounds that arise in your awareness without needing to react to them.
- 8. Samadhi - The state of being settled in pure, unbounded awareness. Knowing ourselves as spiritual beings disguised as human beings to be established in union and perform action in harmony with the evolutionary flow of life.
7 spiritual laws of yoga:
- 1. The law of pure potentiality - our social mask thrives on approval, strives to control and is sustained by power. Our ego lives in fear of losing approval, control and power. But our true selves, our souls are completely free of these things.
- 2. The law of giving and receiving - The universe operates through dynamic exchange. Life is the flow of all the elements and forces that comprise the field of existence. We must be open to giving and receiving in order to keep the life force circulating.
- 3. The laws of karma, or cause and effect - Every action we take generates a force of energy that returns to us in kind; as we sow, so we reap.
- 4. The law of lease effort. When we are in harmony with nature, when or actions are motivated by love, we can minimize our effort and maximize our effect.
- 5. The law of intention and desire. We can influence the energy and information of our environment, our world. This inference is activated by two qualities inherent in consciousness: attention and intention. Attention enlivens and intention transforms.
- 6. The law of detachment. The only true security comes from your willingness to embrace the unknown the realm of uncertainty.
- 7. The law of dharma, or purpose in life. Our ultimate purpose in life is to discover our higher self and pursue the god or goddess inside us. Everyone of us has a unique talent; expressing it brings happiness and satisfaction to us; using it to serve others, abundance flows into our life.
Meditation & breathing:
- It is easy for human beings to be so immersed in their minds that they lose awareness of their bodies. The practice of yoga enables us to reduce the mental background noise, so we can pay attention to the messages of our body. Bringing our attention into the present moment, our bodies become still and your minds quiet. Achieving stillness in our bodies spontaneously supports our mental stillness.
- As our minds quiet during meditation, we will experience moments when there is the absence of thoughts with the retention of awareness. We call this experience "going into the gap". The mind has temporarily relinquished its attachment to time and space and is immersed in the eternal Infinite realm of pure awareness.
- Meditation is the exploration of our inner world. Temporarily withdrawing the senses from the outer world in order to recognize the sensations of our inner world. We can assess our impulses and directly experience the knowledge that the world of forms and phenomena is a projection of our awareness.
- By turning into the sensations of our bodies, we can understand the workings of physiology; by listening to our inner dialogues, we can understand the nature of the mind. By going beyond our body and our mind, we can directly experience our essential spiritual core.
- Actions performed with a limited awareness result in outcomes that cause suffering to those (include self) affected by the choices made. Practice being conscious of the forces that drive our choices and we will become more intimate with our essential nature. We can then recognize and limit those that are toxic and maximize those that are nourishing to us.
- Our environment is our extended bodies. Each breath that we inhale and exhale is a reminder of the continuous interaction taking place between our physical bodies and our environment.
- There is an intimate relationship between our breath and our mind. When our mind is centered and quiet, so is our breath. When our mind is turbulent, your breathing becomes disordered. Just as our breath is affected by our mental activity, our mind can be influenced by conscious regulation of our breathing.
Yoga techniques for life too:
- Putting your attention on the action (posture), rather than focusing on the fruits of the action is the key to successful yoga practice and living.
- Stay fully present as you move through these postures, gently moving into and then through your body's resistance. Surrender into each posture, releasing rather than forcing your way into a position.
- Moving gracefully, sensitively and consciously, is the technique of yoga and living. In this way, your actions have a positive effect on you and your environment.
- The technique for success in life is just like the bow pose, for us to pull back to a still, quiet inner place first. From there, we become clear about the goal and then act with the full power of our intention. When we act from this expended domain of consciousness, the intentions will be powerful and success will be more likely.
- Stretching while maintaining your balance is a great skill to develop in your yoga practice and in your life.
- At a deeper level, yoga is the full expression of mind-body integration, becoming consciously aware of the flow of life energy in the body and performing actions in life with awareness. If we combine flexibility, balance, strength, and inner peace, we can surmount any obstacle.
Others:
- The real journey of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes, but in seeking with new eyes.
- Our body is a field of molecules; our mind is a field of thoughts; underlying and giving rise to our body and our mind is a field of consciousness, the domain of spirit.
- Detaching from the material possessions doesn't mean that we don't enjoy the world, we are simply not imprisoned by them.
- Contentment is the fragrance of present moment awareness; it implies acceptance without resignation. It is the absence of addiction to power, sensation and security. It reflects a state of being in which peace is independent of situations and circumstances happening around.
- As our mind quiet down, release our intentions, surrendering to the uncertainty. Then pay attention to the clues that arise in our lives that are directing us to the fulfillment of our desires.
To do:
- To cultivate stillness in our body; to cultivate silence in our mind.
- To witness our awareness.
- To take time to commune with nature; to appreciate all live intelligence.
- To practice non-judgement.
- To cultivate the sense of gratitude for the gifts we have in our life; celebrate our existence.
- To give something to everyone we come into contact with us during the day (kind word, a compliment, a smile, a prayer or a small gift). Similarly, be open to receiving the gifts that come to us during the day (they may be from nature, such as the songs of birds, a spring shower, a rainbow, a beautiful sunset; they may be from people, such as a warm embrace, a kind gesture, or a helpful suggestion).
- To take every opportunity to circulate love, caring, affection, and appreciation. Be the nourisher of the universe.
- To be consciously aware of the choices we make in every moment. Ask ourselves two questions: "What are the consequences of the choices I am making?" and "Would this choice bring comfort?"
- To practice acceptance. How it is now is exactly as it should be, because the universe is as it should be. Give up our need to struggle against the whole universe, but acknowledging each situation as it exists. We can accomplish more by doing less, if we are not wasting energy defending our point of view. Release consciously the conflict and struggling. Yoga is a system of mindful surrender.
- To have our intention clearly in our awareness, while we maintain an attitude of "it will be done".
- To practice detachment and embrace uncertainty. We relinquish our need to hold onto the past, which is the only thing that is known. Remind ourselves to engage in everything with detached involvement. Cultivate an attitude of curiosity and innocence as we live our life.
- To combine our focused intention with detachment from the outcome, while maintaining our center, even in the midst of confusion and turbulence.
- To be aware of our unique talent and those things we love to do while expressing our unique talent. By asking the question "how can I help?" and "how can I serve?", we will fulfill our deeper purpose in life.
July 10, 2020
I recommend this book to all the yoga beginners or just amateurs who are interested in understanding the philosophy behind yoga as well as its spiritual laws and practices.
This book came into my life at a turning point moment when I was feeling down almost depressed and it has helped me understand, respect and cultivate the union between our body, mind and spirit. I cannot express enough how much the content of this book and the suggested yoga exercises - breathing and physical- have helped me live more consciously and in union with God and the universe.
I hope this book will have similar effects on other readers as well!
This book came into my life at a turning point moment when I was feeling down almost depressed and it has helped me understand, respect and cultivate the union between our body, mind and spirit. I cannot express enough how much the content of this book and the suggested yoga exercises - breathing and physical- have helped me live more consciously and in union with God and the universe.
I hope this book will have similar effects on other readers as well!
June 21, 2021
حينما بدأت بممارسة اليوغا، كانت نيتي المبدئية هي اكتساب المرونة، فيين اليوغا وتمارين المقاومة، وجدتني أغرق في هدوء حالم حينما قررت البدء بممارسة التنفس، فالتأمل. كانت نزهة مثيرة، الانسلال من الجسد المادي والتجول المطلق، والرغبة العارمة بين الحفاظ على الوعي، والانطلاق طيرانًا. عرفت حينها بأن عامل الجسد مهم جدًا، لكن ثمة أبواب أخرى ترحب بي وعالم أوسع مما تخيلت يمد لي ذراعيه مرحبًا بنشوة. فقررت الانعزال عن العالم لمدة شهر، أشحذ فيه همتي وأنظف عوالق الأفكار وأتخلص من الأحاديث والمعلومات العشوائية وأتابع تغذيتي، لأنتبه أكثر.
ولكون فضولي المعرفي لا يستقر أخذت بالبحث عن هذا وذاك، كانت أغلب الكتب التي وجدتها عن اليوغا تتحدث عن وظائف الجسد والعضلات والوضعيات. لكن هذا الكتاب يسرد فلسفة اليوغا، وفكرتها، وتاريخها الاسطوري، مارًا بمراكز الطاقة في الجسد، وساردًا تفصيلًا عن كل تعويذة، ووضعية وبالصور، مرفقًا بتحية الشمس، وجدول بالقوانين الروحية للأيام.
هذا الكتاب غني وملخص ومفيد. وجدت في كل صفحة معلومة مثرية. إن كنت مهتمًا أو ممارسًا، فهو كتاب رائع لك.
ولكون فضولي المعرفي لا يستقر أخذت بالبحث عن هذا وذاك، كانت أغلب الكتب التي وجدتها عن اليوغا تتحدث عن وظائف الجسد والعضلات والوضعيات. لكن هذا الكتاب يسرد فلسفة اليوغا، وفكرتها، وتاريخها الاسطوري، مارًا بمراكز الطاقة في الجسد، وساردًا تفصيلًا عن كل تعويذة، ووضعية وبالصور، مرفقًا بتحية الشمس، وجدول بالقوانين الروحية للأيام.
هذا الكتاب غني وملخص ومفيد. وجدت في كل صفحة معلومة مثرية. إن كنت مهتمًا أو ممارسًا، فهو كتاب رائع لك.
February 4, 2025
insightful re: the spiritual aspects of yoga. will be revisiting this as I continue to explore and develop my practice.
June 16, 2017
It's alright. Mostly just a revisit of my RYT-200 training. It reads like a sales pitch so you'll sign up for his yoga center retreat thing. I sort of tuned it out when it got salesy. Otherwise, it was fine.
July 24, 2018
Perfect for those looking to deepen their practice
This book takes yoga beyond the physical practice. Anyone wanting to deepen their knowledge of yoga should read this book as it creates an understanding of how the asanas teach us lessons that are practical both on and off the mat. So profound yet so simple - I will read it again and again. Highly recommended!
This book takes yoga beyond the physical practice. Anyone wanting to deepen their knowledge of yoga should read this book as it creates an understanding of how the asanas teach us lessons that are practical both on and off the mat. So profound yet so simple - I will read it again and again. Highly recommended!
May 5, 2020
A book full of wisdom and clear explanations! A practical and down to earth guide on how to make our body, thoughts and feelings communicate well.
February 26, 2022
This was a very, very, broad summary of a number of aspects of yoga with a little of Chopra's own interpretation on top of it. I personally feel that it could be a nice introduction to those wanting to learn about yoga. But given its brevity on each topic, there's a lot missing. One can have an entire library devoted to each topic in this book. For me, perhaps if this was the first yoga book I had ever read, maybe it would be more meaningful?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 4, 2023
Really gentle, thorough explanation of the basics of yogic philosophy. Way better than my dickweed, sexist, proselytizing yoga philosophy teacher.
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April 25, 2018It's a pretty basic yoga book. I do really like his use of language though. I dont think most people would be able to implement his program by themselves, but all the power to them. Mostly, meh.
December 25, 2023
Един своеборазен учебник по йога и духовност. Дийпак Чопра в годините се превърна в любимия ми автор и духовен учител.
September 23, 2007
I didn't realize Deepak Chopra is a MD, or that this book is about Raja (Royal) Yoga. The practice is a spiritual path that is still based on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Additionally, daily intentions aligned with the Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga are implemented, one for each day of the week... Imagine the power of all Raja Yogis moving through their day with the same intention.
The writing is so intelligent and compassionate; it's truly the profound made simple. For the first time ever in years of study I have an understanding of some of the concepts of Yoga such as "I am not in the world, the world is in me." or "Your mind is not in your body, your body is in your mind." Ideas that really had me scratching my head now brought to light! :D
My favorite quote pertaining to asanas (postures of Yoga):
”As you are reading these words, bring your attention into your body. Without moving, notice your posture. How are you sitting? Are your legs crossed? Are you in a comfortable position? Is there a part of you that is straining? Now make any adjustments in you position to enhance your comfort level. This is Yoga.” Brilliantly simple!
The writing is so intelligent and compassionate; it's truly the profound made simple. For the first time ever in years of study I have an understanding of some of the concepts of Yoga such as "I am not in the world, the world is in me." or "Your mind is not in your body, your body is in your mind." Ideas that really had me scratching my head now brought to light! :D
My favorite quote pertaining to asanas (postures of Yoga):
”As you are reading these words, bring your attention into your body. Without moving, notice your posture. How are you sitting? Are your legs crossed? Are you in a comfortable position? Is there a part of you that is straining? Now make any adjustments in you position to enhance your comfort level. This is Yoga.” Brilliantly simple!
October 1, 2014
Easy read. Good overview.
Chopra covers the yogic philosophy, meditation and breathing and yoga practices in terms of asanas and also provides an extensive list of recommended reading.
I have been studying yoga for a few years, and have read other works as I am currently pursuing my teacher training so I have found other sources to be more informative however this book serves as a good introduction for beginners or those that would be put off by a larger volume.
One section of the book that I particularly enjoyed was the breakdown of the spiritual laws of the day with the activating intentions. I found the asana overview to be lacking however and would encourage readers to review other texts for explanations of the asanas.
Chopra covers the yogic philosophy, meditation and breathing and yoga practices in terms of asanas and also provides an extensive list of recommended reading.
I have been studying yoga for a few years, and have read other works as I am currently pursuing my teacher training so I have found other sources to be more informative however this book serves as a good introduction for beginners or those that would be put off by a larger volume.
One section of the book that I particularly enjoyed was the breakdown of the spiritual laws of the day with the activating intentions. I found the asana overview to be lacking however and would encourage readers to review other texts for explanations of the asanas.
July 19, 2010
I enjoy yoga and had read few books on this subject. But this book is very enlightening and help me better understanding the basic principle laws of yoga and take me to a deeper level of practise. There's so much more to yoga than the physical postures that we have come to know. Highly recommended for all. I really enjoyed it, and will read it over again!
September 7, 2013
Pretty basic stuff - what my yoga teachers have been saying for years! Nice summary of the 8-limbed path and the chakras though. Probably a good review for any practitioner... I wish I had gotten an audio version - I love listening to Deepak's voice - he could make my grocery list sound like pearls of wisdom!
June 8, 2015
Learned some new breathing techniques and intentions to guide. Set up as a generic how-to, I think it missed the mark of opening one to self-exploration for true transformative healing and awareness. A simple format for beginners to get their toes wet. A good platform for further learning.
January 13, 2017
This book pairs nicely with The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success.
January 25, 2025
Book of the Day – The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga
Today’s Book of the Day is The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga, written by Deepak Chopra in 2004 and published by Wiley.
Deepak Chopra is a globally renowned author, physician, and advocate for integrative medicine. Over his prolific career, he has authored over 90 books, translating ancient Vedic wisdom into accessible frameworks for modern audiences. As the founder of The Chopra Foundation and The Chopra Center for Wellbeing, he continues to pioneer the intersection of science and spirituality, empowering millions to achieve greater health, balance, and self-awareness.
Deepak Chopra’s The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga is an ambitious and thought-provoking exploration of yoga as a holistic pathway to spiritual growth and physical well-being. Co-authored with neurologist David Simon, this book was one of the first to transcend conventional yoga manual boundaries by integrating Chopra’s profound understanding of spirituality, quantum healing, and Ayurveda.
The book is not merely a guide to yoga postures; it is an interestingly intricate mixture that combines ancient Vedic wisdom, modern science, and a practical approach to living a balanced, enlightened life.
The core premise of the book rests on the integration of Chopra’s Seven Spiritual Laws of Success into the practice of yoga. These laws—rooted in timeless Vedic principles—serve as the philosophical foundation for the yogic journey. Chopra brilliantly ties these spiritual tenets to the physical, mental, and energetic aspects of yoga practice, arguing that yoga is far more than a set of physical postures. Instead, it is a holistic discipline that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit, creating a pathway to self-realization and unity with the cosmos.
The author’s writing style, infused with poetic insight and scientific reasoning, makes the book accessible yet intellectually rigorous. The narrative invites readers to examine yoga not just as a fitness regime but as a dynamic, living tradition that can help practitioners align with universal laws such as pure potentiality, giving, and intention.
Chopra’s ability to connect these abstract spiritual concepts to concrete practices such as asanas, pranayama, and meditation is perhaps one of the book’s greatest strengths.
A particularly compelling aspect of the book is its emphasis on the interplay between the physical body and the subtle energetic systems described in yogic philosophy. Chopra’s explanation of chakras, nadis, and the flow of prana is deeply rooted in Ayurvedic science, yet it is presented in a way that resonates with contemporary readers. He skillfully demystifies these concepts, offering insights into how they govern physical health, emotional well-being, and spiritual evolution.
This approach reinforces the idea that yoga is not a rigid discipline but a dynamic, adaptable practice that meets the practitioners right where they are in their life journey.
The book also explores the transformative power of meditation and mindfulness within the yogic framework. Chopra argues that stillness and awareness are foundational to the spiritual journey, allowing practitioners to transcend the egoic mind and experience the unity of all existence. His integration of mantra meditation techniques, drawn from Vedic traditions, adds a practical dimension to the book, equipping readers with tools to deepen their practice.
The book’s philosophical depth is complemented by its practical guidance.
Each chapter concludes with suggestions for integrating the spiritual laws into daily life, offering a harmonious blend of theory and application. Whether it is through cultivating gratitude, practising non-judgment, or embracing present-moment awareness, Chopra provides tangible ways for readers to embody the essence of yoga beyond the mat.
One of the book's most profound insights is its emphasis on yoga as a tool for cultivating inner peace and universal connection. Chopra eloquently conveys that yoga's ultimate aim is not physical mastery but spiritual liberation—a journey toward self-realization and the dissolution of the boundaries between self and the infinite.
This perspective challenges the modern, fitness-oriented view of yoga, urging readers to approach the practice with reverence and an open heart.
Today’s Book of the Day is The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga, written by Deepak Chopra in 2004 and published by Wiley.
Deepak Chopra is a globally renowned author, physician, and advocate for integrative medicine. Over his prolific career, he has authored over 90 books, translating ancient Vedic wisdom into accessible frameworks for modern audiences. As the founder of The Chopra Foundation and The Chopra Center for Wellbeing, he continues to pioneer the intersection of science and spirituality, empowering millions to achieve greater health, balance, and self-awareness.
Deepak Chopra’s The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga is an ambitious and thought-provoking exploration of yoga as a holistic pathway to spiritual growth and physical well-being. Co-authored with neurologist David Simon, this book was one of the first to transcend conventional yoga manual boundaries by integrating Chopra’s profound understanding of spirituality, quantum healing, and Ayurveda.
The book is not merely a guide to yoga postures; it is an interestingly intricate mixture that combines ancient Vedic wisdom, modern science, and a practical approach to living a balanced, enlightened life.
The core premise of the book rests on the integration of Chopra’s Seven Spiritual Laws of Success into the practice of yoga. These laws—rooted in timeless Vedic principles—serve as the philosophical foundation for the yogic journey. Chopra brilliantly ties these spiritual tenets to the physical, mental, and energetic aspects of yoga practice, arguing that yoga is far more than a set of physical postures. Instead, it is a holistic discipline that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit, creating a pathway to self-realization and unity with the cosmos.
The author’s writing style, infused with poetic insight and scientific reasoning, makes the book accessible yet intellectually rigorous. The narrative invites readers to examine yoga not just as a fitness regime but as a dynamic, living tradition that can help practitioners align with universal laws such as pure potentiality, giving, and intention.
Chopra’s ability to connect these abstract spiritual concepts to concrete practices such as asanas, pranayama, and meditation is perhaps one of the book’s greatest strengths.
A particularly compelling aspect of the book is its emphasis on the interplay between the physical body and the subtle energetic systems described in yogic philosophy. Chopra’s explanation of chakras, nadis, and the flow of prana is deeply rooted in Ayurvedic science, yet it is presented in a way that resonates with contemporary readers. He skillfully demystifies these concepts, offering insights into how they govern physical health, emotional well-being, and spiritual evolution.
This approach reinforces the idea that yoga is not a rigid discipline but a dynamic, adaptable practice that meets the practitioners right where they are in their life journey.
The book also explores the transformative power of meditation and mindfulness within the yogic framework. Chopra argues that stillness and awareness are foundational to the spiritual journey, allowing practitioners to transcend the egoic mind and experience the unity of all existence. His integration of mantra meditation techniques, drawn from Vedic traditions, adds a practical dimension to the book, equipping readers with tools to deepen their practice.
The book’s philosophical depth is complemented by its practical guidance.
Each chapter concludes with suggestions for integrating the spiritual laws into daily life, offering a harmonious blend of theory and application. Whether it is through cultivating gratitude, practising non-judgment, or embracing present-moment awareness, Chopra provides tangible ways for readers to embody the essence of yoga beyond the mat.
One of the book's most profound insights is its emphasis on yoga as a tool for cultivating inner peace and universal connection. Chopra eloquently conveys that yoga's ultimate aim is not physical mastery but spiritual liberation—a journey toward self-realization and the dissolution of the boundaries between self and the infinite.
This perspective challenges the modern, fitness-oriented view of yoga, urging readers to approach the practice with reverence and an open heart.
April 26, 2024
So I'd like to start by talking about the narration. While the narrators voice was clear and well pronounced, it was strange having an American accent reading about the history of yoga. I'm not saying that every book on yoga should be narrated by someone of Indian desent. But it did take some getting used to and was a little jarring.
As for the book itself I like how they included the traditional words with a translation. The history was clearly and succinctly explained, and was very enjoyable.
However, when it came to explaining the physical exercises I found it impossible to follow them. Not sure if this was down to the instructions or the fact that I'm a more visual learner or maybe both.
I found it concerning that during the breathing exercises, the writer encourages people to do exercises even if they are having problems breathing. At one point the writer wrote words to the effect of 'if you have an asthma attack stop and when your breathing returns normal try again.' Absolutely not, if the experience is causing issues with breathing then you shouldn't do. This was very dangerous advice.
On a more positive note, the book goes on to talk about not pushing yourself to hard, the importance of mental state and being comfortable while practicing yago. All of which are extremely positive aspects of the practice that don't get talked about enough in the Western world.
As for the book itself I like how they included the traditional words with a translation. The history was clearly and succinctly explained, and was very enjoyable.
However, when it came to explaining the physical exercises I found it impossible to follow them. Not sure if this was down to the instructions or the fact that I'm a more visual learner or maybe both.
I found it concerning that during the breathing exercises, the writer encourages people to do exercises even if they are having problems breathing. At one point the writer wrote words to the effect of 'if you have an asthma attack stop and when your breathing returns normal try again.' Absolutely not, if the experience is causing issues with breathing then you shouldn't do. This was very dangerous advice.
On a more positive note, the book goes on to talk about not pushing yourself to hard, the importance of mental state and being comfortable while practicing yago. All of which are extremely positive aspects of the practice that don't get talked about enough in the Western world.
March 5, 2019
I've been drawn to yoga for years, but could never really put my finger on what attracted me. I just knew it felt good, and not just physically. Yoga helped me feel more centered and grounded as well, and I wanted to understand why.
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga: A Practical Guide to Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit is divided into three parts. Part I explains the history and philosophy of yoga. This is where my understanding of the practice and lifestyle deepened and my curiosity was piqued. Part II covers meditation and breathing, including the benefits of various meditation and breathing practices. Part III describes yoga practice, and describes some popular asanas and their benefits.
I recommend this book for anyone who wishes to expand their knowledge of yoga philosophy and practice. However, the explanations of asanas was abbreviated, so if you are looking for a book to help you get started with your yoga practice, you may need another resource to supplement this topic.
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga: A Practical Guide to Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit is divided into three parts. Part I explains the history and philosophy of yoga. This is where my understanding of the practice and lifestyle deepened and my curiosity was piqued. Part II covers meditation and breathing, including the benefits of various meditation and breathing practices. Part III describes yoga practice, and describes some popular asanas and their benefits.
I recommend this book for anyone who wishes to expand their knowledge of yoga philosophy and practice. However, the explanations of asanas was abbreviated, so if you are looking for a book to help you get started with your yoga practice, you may need another resource to supplement this topic.
March 28, 2023
Три звезди, защото темата ми е интересна сега, а не по принцип. 😁
Какво беше едно от четирите споразумения? Правете най-доброто, на което сте способен. Тази зима съм способна да изчета и изслушам куп щуротии и да вярвам, че всичко е точно.
Шегата настрана, не помня с кого наскоро коментирах, че когато човек се претовари психически, то физически е много по-податлив да се разболява. Как обаче да влияем и да се лекуваме сами? Как да си помагаме? Кога въобще да намираме време за себе си, за емоционалните си тела? В този дигитален свят, където има сума ти изследвания, че техниката влияе на вниманието , как изобщо да бъдем концентрирани? Как да бъдем духовни същества, живеейки в хармония с еволюцията на материалната действителност? Все въпроси, на които нямам отговори в това забързано ежедневие.
Какво беше едно от четирите споразумения? Правете най-доброто, на което сте способен. Тази зима съм способна да изчета и изслушам куп щуротии и да вярвам, че всичко е точно.
Шегата настрана, не помня с кого наскоро коментирах, че когато човек се претовари психически, то физически е много по-податлив да се разболява. Как обаче да влияем и да се лекуваме сами? Как да си помагаме? Кога въобще да намираме време за себе си, за емоционалните си тела? В този дигитален свят, където има сума ти изследвания, че техниката влияе на вниманието , как изобщо да бъдем концентрирани? Как да бъдем духовни същества, живеейки в хармония с еволюцията на материалната действителност? Все въпроси, на които нямам отговори в това забързано ежедневие.
June 11, 2021
Audiobook duration: 3 hours 40 minutes
Narrator: Tom Zingarelli
This audiobook is full of so many important concepts and gives a very well rounded overview of yoga. It reviews the four paths of yoga in Hinduism, the eight limbs of living a yogic lifestyle, as well as breathing techniques, mantras, meditation, and more. It really is a wealth of information for anyone wanting to dive into yoga beyond just asanas (poses). For that reason, I feel it would be better experienced by reading the a book instead of listening to the audiobook format. This is a book you'll want to read over and over, with highlighter in hand and notes in the margin.
Narrator: Tom Zingarelli
This audiobook is full of so many important concepts and gives a very well rounded overview of yoga. It reviews the four paths of yoga in Hinduism, the eight limbs of living a yogic lifestyle, as well as breathing techniques, mantras, meditation, and more. It really is a wealth of information for anyone wanting to dive into yoga beyond just asanas (poses). For that reason, I feel it would be better experienced by reading the a book instead of listening to the audiobook format. This is a book you'll want to read over and over, with highlighter in hand and notes in the margin.
January 4, 2022
Deepak Chopra nos presenta la filosofía del Yoga. Es mi primer libro de Chopra y del Yoga que leo. La verdad que bastante a gusto y fue mejor de lo que pensé.
En el libro podemos encontrar los beneficios para la salud al realizar esta práctica, sistemas de chakras, 8 ramas de Patanjali (incluido un énfasis en pranayama o ejercicios de respiración y algunas asanas) y las 7 leyes espirituales.
Me hubiese encantado encontrar una explicación de tipos de yoga como restaurativo, yin, vynasa, entre otros. Sin embargo, no era la intención de Chopra, si se desea profundizar en esto, hay un libro que tengo pendiente que se llama "Los 7 yogas" de Ramiro Calle.
En el libro podemos encontrar los beneficios para la salud al realizar esta práctica, sistemas de chakras, 8 ramas de Patanjali (incluido un énfasis en pranayama o ejercicios de respiración y algunas asanas) y las 7 leyes espirituales.
Me hubiese encantado encontrar una explicación de tipos de yoga como restaurativo, yin, vynasa, entre otros. Sin embargo, no era la intención de Chopra, si se desea profundizar en esto, hay un libro que tengo pendiente que se llama "Los 7 yogas" de Ramiro Calle.
October 18, 2024
I listened to this audiobook which was free on Audible. I have practised Yoga since when I was child and have read books about it on and off. But they were mainly about Asanas. Now in my middle age I find myself reading Bhagwad Gita and rejoicing in it's wisdom.
This is a good short read and goes through philosphy of yoga explaining the Adishankara's Koshas and Patanjali's Ashtanga. I am planning to read in more detail about both those practises. Yoga means union of body, mind and soul. It promises to bring harmony, increase potential and abundance with practise of seven laws. Hopefully it will help me in my path to become a Yogi.
This is a good short read and goes through philosphy of yoga explaining the Adishankara's Koshas and Patanjali's Ashtanga. I am planning to read in more detail about both those practises. Yoga means union of body, mind and soul. It promises to bring harmony, increase potential and abundance with practise of seven laws. Hopefully it will help me in my path to become a Yogi.
July 8, 2019
Much, MUCH, better than The Book of Secrets: Unlocking the Hidden Dimensions of Your Life. The writing is more direct and has actual meaning.
I love yoga, although I am by no means an expert yogi, and I look forward to re-reading parts of this book and try to implement some of its teachings into my life. Its philosophy seems simple yet it demands to examine our behaviour and change our patterns.
I love yoga, although I am by no means an expert yogi, and I look forward to re-reading parts of this book and try to implement some of its teachings into my life. Its philosophy seems simple yet it demands to examine our behaviour and change our patterns.
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