Patanjali – a contemporary of Buddha – is considered the father of modern yoga. He compiled the Yoga Sutras and established the system of Raja Yoga.
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During the practice of Pranayama the respiratory process and its associated movements within the lungs are controlled. The control of these physical processes allows us to manipulate and move our Prana by will.
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Kriya Yoga is hailed as one of the greatest techniques to achieve higher states of consciousness. It is very effective because it directly influences the great Prana known as Kundalini energy, which lies dormant at the base of the spine.
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Dharana translates to “unwavering concentration” and is the sixth limb of Patanjali’s Raja Yoga. The objective of the practice is to maintain a one-pointed mind, free from all mental, emotional and physical distractions.
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The Kleshas are obstacles to our spiritual progress. By understanding the five Kleshas, learning to reduce their stranglehold on life and destroying them, we can reduce pain and suffering, and finally get a glimpse of Atman – the inner self.
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Pratyahara or withdrawal of the senses is the fifth limb of Patanjali's Raja Yoga and the preceding stage to Concentration and Meditation
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Cultivating willpower and self-control are essential for a joyous and successful life.
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The body’s natural urges help the body stay in balance by assimilating and eliminating whatever is necessary in order to stay in a harmonious state. Suppressing these urges results in many ailments.
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