Keen on Yoga Podcast Ep 211 Mark Togni – On Yoga & Samadhi
Feb 9, 2025
Mark Togni, a seasoned yoga practitioner and teacher, shares his profound journey into yoga that began at 21. He discusses his transformative experiences in India and the evolution of the advanced series over the years. Togni emphasizes that advanced practices are not merely for physical achievement but crucial for cultivating deeper self-awareness and understanding. He explores the essence of Samadhi as a path to enlightenment and highlights the balance between physical challenges and meditation in the pursuit of wisdom.
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Mark's Guru Quest in India
- Mark Togni traveled to India at age 21 searching for spiritual guidance and a guru.
- He met Papaji in Lucknow and experienced profound presence and awakening states.
Evolution and Purpose of Advanced Series
- Ashtanga advanced series evolved over decades, changing groupings and postures.
- Physical challenge in advanced series can enhance meditative concentration and clarity.
Meditative Stability as Yoga Goal
- The ultimate goal of yoga practice is meditative absorption and unification of the mind.
- The advanced series serve as tools to cultivate this meditative stability rather than just physical achievement.
