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8 Limbs Flashcards

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Yamas

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External moral codes for living ethically

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Niyamas

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Internal moral codes for living ethically

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Asana

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Somatic practices that bring out the truth of our embodiment

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Pranayama

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Breath awareness practices designed to resynchronize our individual rhythm with the primordial rhythm of the universe

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Pratyahara

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Learning to recognize what is really important and to let go of impermanent objects and transient thoughts and emotions

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Dharana

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Learning to concentrate our mind and life on those things that are of lasting value

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Dhyana

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Maintaining our equanimity in the most difficult of circumstances

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Samadhi

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Reaching our highest potential

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What are the 8 limbs of yoga (Ashtanga yoga)?

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  1. Yamas
  2. Niyamas
  3. Asana
  4. Pranayama
  5. Pratyahara
  6. Dharana
  7. Dhyana
  8. Samadhi
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