Yamas

Question 1

Ahimsa

Answer 1

Non- violence
Compassion

E.g negative self talk, self sabotaging.

Teaching- be compassionate with students

Question 2

Satya

Answer 2

Truthfulness

Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary?

Sanaa’s family story

Teaching- help students be truthful

Question 3

Asteya

Answer 3

Non-stealing

Not being in the moment

Students showing off and stealing from others

Question 4

Brahmacharya

Answer 4

Non-excess

Taming our overindulgence

The teaching of self-restraint, moderation, and mindfulness in expending energy.

It advocates wisdom and avoidance of indulging in sexual excess that drains energy from one’s spiritual devotion.

Question 5

Aparigraha

Answer 5

Non-attachment, non-possessiveness, non-hoarding.

To enjoy possessions without being defined by them and the ability to let them go.

E.g who we are vs. Who we think we are? Labels

Teaching- attached to certain teacher/practice. Attached to achieve a certain posture