Basics Flashcards
(20 cards)
Yoga
Yoga is now
The union of the mind and body
Ashtanga
Eight limbs of yoga
Yamas
Self-control
How we can control our actions and reactions
Niyamas
Methods of discipline
Asanas
Physical postures
Pranayama
Breath work
Pratyahara
Assistance with withdrawing from the senses
Dharana
Concentration
Dhyana
Meditation
Yamas (Ahisma)
Do no harm, injury, or hatred Don't eat meat Prevent individual sickness and injury Learn to rest and not overdue it Find ways to cope with stress
Yamas (Satya)
Be honest with yourself and others
Yamas (Asteya)
Don’t steal
Don’t covet things that belong to others
Don’t be jealous
Don’t compare yourself to others
Yamas (Brahmacharya)
Abstinence
Don’t waste your time on things that waste your energy
Rid your life of things that drain you
Yamas (Aparigraha)
Nongreed
Don’t live your life in excess
Let go of these thoughts and be happy with what you have
Derive happiness from yourself and the love you have around you
Samadhi
Absorption or liberation from the mind and the body Highest point of yoga Perfect balance Mind is calm Body is in internal stability
Niyamas (Saucha)
Cleanliness
Keep the house clean
Eat clean food
Get rid of things that don’t serve you
Niyamas (Santosha)
Contentment
Be happy with what you have
Niyamas (Tapas)
Work through hard things to change
Building tapas is to make heat
Heat brings change
Niyamas (Svadhyaya)
Self study
Be your own keeper
Helps you learn what is good for you
Take responsibility for your life
Niyamas (Isvara Prandihana)
Something out there is bigger than all of humanity
You have no control over anything
Regardless of anyone’s beliefs
