In our very first episode of Beyond the Mat – Yoga for Real Life, hosts Prasanna and Rahul explore the true meaning of yoga—far beyond stretching and fitness. Drawing on Patanjali’s first two Yoga Sutras, they reveal yoga as a living discipline that calms the mind and brings clarity, harmony, and freedom.
Listeners will discover:
Why Patanjali begins with the phrase “Atha Yoga Anushasanam” – “Now, the discipline of yoga begins.”
The five states of the mind—from restless to still—and how to recognize your own state.
The essence of “Yogash Chitta Vritti Nirodhah”—yoga as the stilling of mental fluctuations.
Practical ways to start yoga now—with awareness, breathing, and small daily disciplines.
Whether you’re new to yoga or curious about its philosophy, this episode offers a fresh, practical perspective that you can apply to your everyday life—right here, right now.