Yoga Sutras
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Master Your Mind With Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali can be seen as a user manual for the mind. They are not about belief or philosophy in the abstract. They are practical. They show you how your mind works and how to work with it. Most of us are deeply identified with our thoughts. Whatever appears in the mind, we… Continue reading
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Vivekananda on Chitta Bhumis: The Five States of the Mind
In yogic philosophy, the mind is not a fixed entity. It moves through different conditions depending on its level of clarity, discipline and control. The Yoga tradition describes five states of the mind, known as Chitta Bhumis. These stages represent the gradual journey from mental restlessness to complete inner stillness. In his book, Swami Vivekananda… Continue reading