Patanjali Yoga Sutra 2.6 - What Is Asmita? · Yoga Teacher Training · Anvita Dixit

Practice summary

Level

intermediate

Video length

6:49

Equipment

none

Energy

calming

Target areas

mindintellectspiritual understanding

In this practice

Key teachings

• Understanding Asmita (Egoism) as per Patanjali Yoga Sutra 2.6
• Distinguishing between the Seer (Purusha) and the Instrument of Seeing (Prakriti/mind/intellect)
• The concept of 'Swaroop Pratishthaanam' (establishing in one's true nature)
• The role of self-awareness in yogic philosophy

Ideal for

• Yoga teachers and aspiring teachers
• Students of Patanjali Yoga Sutras
• Anyone interested in the philosophical aspects of yoga
• Individuals seeking self-knowledge and spiritual growth

Lesson

Benefits

• Gaining deeper understanding of yogic philosophy
• Cultivating self-awareness and self-knowledge
• Reducing suffering caused by misidentification of self
• Moving towards liberation (Kaivalya)
• Improved understanding for yoga teachers and advanced practitioners