yoga
original music by Alex Pudovkin
Today there are different schools, branches and types of Yoga, respecting each and every one, let's see how this concept is reflected in classical texts. In the definition by Maharishi Patangali in the Yoga Sutras - Chitta Vrytta Nirodhakaha iti yogaha - it is said that the total absence of the fluctuations of the mind (thoughts, emotions, impressions) is called Yoga. Technically, this is samadhi, the physiological signs of this condition are the stopping of breathing and heart beat. Practice leading to the state of samadhi is called Yoga, everything else is not Yoga. The same definition, but in a more detailed form, is given in the Bhagavad Gita. It sounds a "little beyond the ordinary life" ... Nevertheless, in the Yoga tradition, there are many techniques and approaches that can radically change the life and worldview of any person, in our time the practice of Yoga becomes a necessity for survival so that everyone can and should choose the suitable level and form. Yoga is the evolution and survival of mankind. The idea that Yoga is physical gymnastics absolutely does not correspond to the ancient Indian tradition, gymnastics is only an auxiliary tool. In Hatha Yoga Pradipika it is said that a person of any age and physical condition, starting to practice Yoga, will achieve improvements, and in the Bhagavad Gita it is said that even a small part of the performance of this Dharma will save from unwholesome actions and fear. Yoga is for all! Om.