We explore the types of Enlightenment in Yoga Sutras 1.17-1.20. Did you know there are different types? Knowing this may help Enlightenment feel more attainable and when things feel more attainable we are more likely to practice. This episode dives into the types of Enlightenment described in the Yoga Sutras and how each type can help us in our daily practice. We also discuss strategies to bring more balance, clarity and calmness so that we can be closer to our true nature. Tune in for an uplifting and short conversation about enlightenment! This podcast will help you explore: What level of e ..read more

5  Thought Patterns. (Yoga Sutra 1.6) Seeing Clearly (Pramana) with and without pain Clouded Seeing (Viparyaya) with and without pain Imagination  (Vikalpa)   with and without pain Deep Sleep  (Nidra) with and without pain and Memory  (Smritaya) with and without pain 2 Types of Thoughts Clouded, Painful ,Afflicted, Troubled Thoughts (Klishta) Clear , Unclouded , Untroubled Thoughts (Aklishta) Why It's Important To Notice Our Thought Patterns A Mental Yoga Practice to Help www.mentalyogalife.com   see Blog for more info --- Send in a voice message: ht ..read more

A Deeper Look at the Levels of Consciousness in Samkhya Philosophy and Yvasa’s Commentaries Get the Chart at www.mentalyogalife.com/blog Samkhya/Sankhya philosophy The Impact of Samkhya Philosophy on Indian Thought Vyasa's Role in Samkhya Philosophy Vyasa's Yoga Sutra Commentary is seen through the eyes of Samkhya Philosophy The first two categories/elements: PureConsciousness and Matter. Exploring Purusha definitions and concepts  as the Pure Consciousness Exploring Prakritti as the manifestation of Consciousness Three Gunas/ qualities or forces that regulate the material realm -- Actio ..read more

In this episode we'll be exploring the Mind/Brain, a fundamental part of our Yoga practice.  Our mind is constantly active, and when it's not balanced we can feel uncomfortable or suffering.  It's hard to focus on anything else when our mind is constantly active with thoughts. We can feel inertia, sluggishness, apathy, lack of action, lack of understanding, fatigue, attachment, and hatred. Yoga practices can help us free our minds from constant chatter.  When the brain is no longer clouded by extra thoughts, we can feel peace, love, joy, and freedom once the brain is no longer c ..read more

We explore: the what and when of the Yoga Sutras the opening verses/threads the concept of Vritti as twists, turns, and revolving thoughts the concept of the goal of Yoga to be Chitta Vritti Nirodhah -- getting rid of, preventing, observing the Mind Twists and Turns a take away practice at the end --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mentalyogalife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mentalyogalife/support ..read more

Welcome to our First Episode. We explore what the show is all about and how it can benefit you.  Depression, anxiety, decision fatigue... Yoga has been covering these for centuries.  If you want a system to improve your mind, this podcast is exploring the systems and practices to help you practice Mental Yoga so that your mind can feel calmer and clearer.   We give you a preview of the next few episodes and invite your input.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mentalyogalife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod ..read more