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Michael Singer Podcast
E63: From Mind to Enlightenment: Understanding Yoga’s “Layers of the Self”
Mar 27, 2025
Yoga goes beyond mere postures; it's a path to discovering the true self. The concept of koshas highlights various layers of human existence, from the physical to the blissful. This journey reveals how consciousness can become entangled with past emotions and thoughts, creating distractions and suffering. True growth involves releasing these mental blockages to reconnect with our inherent joy. Ultimately, it's about transcending those layers to experience the bliss, love, and oneness with the universe that lies within.
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- Yoga transcends physical postures and meditation, serving as a journey towards union with one's true self and inherent joy.
- The concept of koshas illustrates the multi-dimensional layers of existence, guiding individuals to explore their true consciousness beyond emotions and thoughts.
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Understanding Yoga Beyond Techniques
Yoga is often misunderstood as mere physical exercises or meditation techniques. However, it is fundamentally about achieving a state of union or oneness, transcending the surface practices. The techniques, such as asanas and meditation, serve as pathways that lead towards this deeper understanding of one's true nature. Recognizing that these practices are means to an end, rather than the end itself, allows for a fuller experience of what yoga truly represents.
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