Although yoga infuses our lives with meaning, the depth and nuance of its ancient philosophy often get lost in modern settings. Join Rina Deshpande - teacher, writer, artist, and poet - for an immersion into the richness of the yama, ethical practices outlined in the Yoga Sutra as the first of the eight-limbed path of classical yoga.

In this six-week course, you will learn the historical and cultural roots of the yama, how to embody them in your practice and relationships, and the subtle ways they help you live a conscious, liberated life.

Each lesson includes a lecture to illuminate the rich subtle meaning of each yama through cultural context, selected Sutras, and memorable storytelling. Rina provides audio and visual guides to help you refine your pronunciation of key terms, as well as holistic practices (asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, and meditation) to embody the yama. Self-study assignments also support the learning and invite the imprint of the yama into your own life.

This course qualifies for 20 non-contact continuing education hours with Yoga Alliance.

The Culture & Practice of the Yama

Discover the subtle meanings of asteya (non-stealing). <shortcode type="jwplayer" props='{"jw_media_id":"197ElAMI"}'></shortcode> Enjoy a holistic yoga practice rooted in the theme of asteya. <shortcode type="jwplayer" props='{"jw_media_id":"B1TQCwPS"}'></shortcode> <h3>Self-Study</h3> Optional exercises to further explore and integrate what you’ve learned. Rest Please feel free to take 1-5 minutes of rest to let the teachings and explorational practice of asteya (non-stealing) settle in naturally. Reading Asteya is the 37th Sutra in Sadhana Pada, pages 125-128 in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Yoga-Sutras-Patanjali-Swami-Satchidananda/dp/1938477073" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali</a>, translation and commentary by Sri Swami Satchidananda. Reflection Take a moment to reflect in writing or drawing: <ul> <li aria-level="1">What did you receive from the video teach...</li></ul>

Table of Contents

Introduction

Yoga Roots & Evolution

Ahimsa

Asteya

Brahmacharya

Satya

Integration

Asteya (अस्तेय): non-stealing

Self-Study

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