Glossary

Drishti

दृष्टि · dṛṣṭi · DRISH-tee

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Pronunciation

Meaning

gaze; view

Focused gaze point used to cultivate balance and concentration.

Each pose may have a suggested drishti (e.g., nose tip, thumb, horizon). A steady gaze stabilizes balance, refines alignment, and quiets visual distractions.

In practice

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