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Happiness Lessons of The Ancients: Yoga of the Mind

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

CHAPTER

The Eight Limb Path, the Niyamas

The niyamas are focused on the responsibilities we have not towards other people, but towards ourselves. These principles include sautya, keeping your body clean physically, mentally and emotionally. Svadhyaya is a commitment to studying yourself and looking within yourself for answers. Santosa is my favorite because it's the principle that's focused on finding contentment in the present moment.

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