Sage Patanjali in his next aphorism explains about Vikalpa, the third Vrutii (nature) of our Buddhi (mind) that poses as a distraction in the journey of an aspirant. He quotes, शब्दज्ञानानुपाती वस्तुशून्यो विकल्पः । Translation: “Knowledge gained by words, but devoid of a corresponding object is vikalpa.” Here, the word Vikalpa means fantasy, imagination, projection, mental concepts or theories. Imagination is that which, due to the usage of…
Sage Patanjali, after enlightening us about what is correct knowledge and the process to gain it, in his next aphorism helps us to understand misconceptions and how are they formed. He very aptly quotes, विपर्ययो मिथ्याज्ञानमतद्रूपप्रतिष्ठम्॥८॥ Translation: Misperception arises when you accept the unreal as real or when knowledge of something is not based upon its true form. Sage Patanjali…
After having understood the nature of the mind and its fluctuations, Sage Patanjali enlightens us about the next level of self-realization. As we have understood so far, Knowledge also is a fluctuation of mind which if not correct, can distract the seer (Yoga aspirant or soul) from the path of Samadhi. It is a self-established fact that we can overcome…
In our previous article of the series, we have learnt about the nature of modifications of mind. We saw how the modifications are like a coin with 2 sides and how each side follows the other in a circle. The eternal or never-ending modifications of mind (Vrutti) and the associated philosophical or practical transformation (Parinama) form the very basic of…
In the first 4 sutras (aphorisms), we have seen what is Yog and what is the natural state of mind. In our previous articles, we posed an example of our mind being the lake and true nature of self-realization being the moon. Sticking to the same example, we will try to understand the next aphorism. The modifications of mind are the waves on the…
The first chapter of Patanjal Yog Darshan is Samadhi Pada, i.e., the path of enlightenment. This chapter answers the basic question “What is Yoga?” It talks about the psychology of a human being in general and how an aspirant can clear his hurdles in his path of solitary. Our mind is like a lake of water and our soul is…
Adolescence is the age of change. It is a vulnerable time when kids can develop unhealthy habits that grow into problems in their adult life. Behaviour issues of adolescence, which are quite common, also arise during this period, making it a difficult task for parents to connect and handle their teenagers. The only way to deal with needs and problems…
Causes: Improper posture, physical inactivity and low inclination towards exercise Sleeping with more pillows below the head Sleeping in a wrong position Sleeping on extra soft mattress Working with the desktop for extended hours Highly comfortable modern chairs. Repetitive movements or heavy lifting, such as construction work can put extra pressure on the spine, resulting in early wear and tear.…
Back pain is a common reason that makes people uncomfortable and exhausting. Back pain can affect people of any age & gender, for different reasons. As people get older, the chance of developing lower back pain increases, due to factors such as previous occupation and degenerative disk disease. The human back is composed of a complex structure of muscles, ligaments, tendons, disks,…
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