Samadhi Rush Episode 199// Foundations of Practice: Tapas

Love-Doves,
Hi.
So happy to be here together.
This episode kicks off a 3-episode series on the 3 pillars of practice as described by the Yoga Sutras. These pillars are referred to as the foundations of practice in chapter 2, sutra 1.
Here’s the text itself:

tapah svadhyaya ishvara-pranidhana kriya-yogah

The foundations of the yoga of action consist of tapas (self-discipline), svadhyaya (self-study) and ishvara pranidhana (devotion to god-consciousness).

Today, we focus on that first one, TAPAS! Now tapas is frequently described as self-discipline, burning zeal. In this class, we explore the idea of tapas as inquiry. The intensity of inquiry as tapas. Ooh. I love it.

Today I refer to a beloved book: Meditation from the Mat, by Rolf Gates. It is so good. A beautiful invitation to explore the practice as a way of life.

So happy you are here.

News//

Things in Sedona are filling up! Do join us on retreat in October. FOLLOW YOUR RISE: October 13-16, 2016. All of the magical details are here.
I have space for a few more private clients this summer! This is such a great way to dive deeply into whatever aspect of your practice (movement, stress reduction, philosophy, teaching skills, meditation, breathing, mantra) is calling to you. Drop me an email (sunroseyoga@gmail.com) or schedule a free 20-minute consultation today!
Let’s practice together on YOGA ANYTIME! Yoga Anytime is an online yoga studio featuring a library of yoga videos from a diverse and experienced family of teachers. You can practice for free for 30 days by using the code MAGIC upon signing up. Here is a link to my videos on Yoga Anytime.

CONNECT//

How are you feeling about the Wildcat Yoga Club? Tell me! What are your questions and thoughts about practice moving into the new season? Share! I love hearing from everyone in the community and can’t wait to connect even MORE.

Keep in touch. Stay close. I love you, and I love hearing from you.

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LISTEN//

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