You loved part 1. Episode 47 yamas & niyamas with Savira Gupta. Part 2 is finally here. If you haven’t heard part 1, click here to listen.
In today’s episode, Savira shares her understanding of the five niyamas and their roles in the practice of yoga. She elaborates on each of their meanings and even sets some examples on how they apply to the practice of yoga.
My favorite part is where she encourages us to accept that some things are not in our control. It is a common misconception of yoga students and practitioners that all yoga experiences need to be positive and uplifting. This is not always the case and is completely out of balance.
Savira also talks about discipline, one of the most important lessons to learn. She says that it takes a long time before discipline becomes a habit. In the practice of yoga, discipline is necessary. Stepping on the mat and changing poses require discipline. To continue showing up and practicing yoga requires discipline.
The yamas and niyamas are foundational topics that yoga teachers need to learn and understand. These 2 limbs are fundamental to living your yoga but are often ignored in the modern-day yoga context. They make me a better person everyday. I hope you find value in spending your time here today.
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Savira comes from a family of strong women rooted in the Arya Samaj Tradition; a tradition that was founded in April 1875 by Swami Dayanand Saraswati, who wanted to revive the Vedic way of life and the need to create a just society for all despite colour, cast or creed. Having spent her childhood in Malaysia, formative years in India, teenage years in France and adult years both in the UK and USA, she believes that this has given her the foundation to relate to people from all walks of life. Out of her passion for Yin Yoga, formed whilst a senior teacher with Yogalife. She decided to establish her own Art of Svādhyāya™ through Yin and Hatha Yoga Trainings in New Delhi and Chennai, bringing Yin Yoga into the spotlight.