 The final Niyama, Ishvara Pranidhana, is often translated as surrender to the divine. Whether you resonate with God, Spirit, Universe, or simply life itself, this practice is about releasing control and trusting the greater flow.
Our egos want certainty and control. But surrender doesn’t mean giving up—it means offering ourselves to something bigger, trusting that we are held, guided, and connected. Everyday Practices
Reflection Prompt Where in your life could you let go of control and lean into trust? Further Resources If this post on the 8 limbs of yoga sparked something for you, here are a few ways to go deeper: Read the Book Dancing with Our Selves: A Practical Guide to Harness the Ego and Live on Purpose — my book blends yoga philosophy with modern psychology to help you move beyond reactive patterns and live with intention. Practice the Principles Join my self-guided program, 40 Days of the Yamas & Niyamas, and receive short daily videos + reflections to bring these teachings into your everyday life. Train & Transform If you’re ready to take the full journey of the Eight Limbs of Yoga, my Yoga Teacher Training offers an in-depth, life-changing experience that prepares you to share yoga with others and embody it more fully yourself. 👉 Start Here
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 Svadhyaya means self-study. This is both study of sacred texts and honest study of yourself. It’s the practice of pausing long enough to ask: Who am I being? What patterns are leading my life?
On the mat, Svadhyaya is noticing your tendencies—do you avoid challenge, or do you overpush? Off the mat, it’s the courage to look at your behaviors, ego habits, and deeper longings. Everyday Practices
Reflection Prompt What is one habit or pattern you’ve noticed in yourself lately? What might it be trying to teach you? 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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