 The third Niyama, Tapas, literally means “heat.” It’s the discipline, the inner fire, that transforms us.
Tapas isn’t about punishment or perfectionism. It’s about the willingness to stay with discomfort long enough to grow. On the mat, it’s holding a pose when you want to quit. Off the mat, it’s showing up for meditation when you’d rather scroll your phone. Discipline creates freedom. Tapas is the spark that keeps us evolving. Everyday Practices
Reflection Prompt Where in your life could you benefit from more discipline—not as punishment, but as a pathway to growth? Further Resources If this post on the 8 limbs of yoga sparked something for you, here are a few ways to go deeper:
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 Santosha translates as contentment. It’s not about settling or complacency. Instead, it’s about finding peace with what is, right now.
Our egos are wired to want more—more success, more recognition, more control. But Santosha teaches that true happiness doesn’t come from getting everything we want. It comes from gratitude for what we already have. Everyday Practices
Where are you chasing “more” in a way that leaves you restless? How can you shift into gratitude for what is here now? Further Resources If this post on the 8 limbs of yoga sparked something for you, here are a few ways to go deeper:
👉 Start Here  The first Niyama, Saucha, means purity or cleanliness. On the surface, this can look like taking care of your body and keeping your environment clear. But Saucha also extends to your mind, your relationships, and the energy you allow into your life.
When our bodies and minds are cluttered with toxins—whether from food, media, or negative thoughts—it’s harder to connect with clarity. Saucha invites us into spaciousness: clearing out what no longer serves so we can see and feel more clearly. Everyday Practices
What’s one small area—physical or internal—you could cleanse today to invite more clarity into your life? Further Resources If this post on the 8 limbs of yoga sparked something for you, here are a few ways to go deeper:
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