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What if one hour of true presence could change everything?

In this week’s episode of the Deepen Your Practice Challenge, Dee and Giana unpack the powerful (and often misunderstood) concept of discipline—not as punishment, but as devotion. Through the lens of the Niyamas, yoga’s personal observances, they explore how small, intentional rituals can lead to big inner shifts.

✨ Saucha (Cleanliness): Discover how morning practices like tongue scraping and slow, tech-free time aren’t just Ayurvedic hygiene hacks—they’re energetic resets for the soul.

🧘‍♀️ Santosha (Contentment): Tired of the “I’ll be happy when...” trap? Learn how to make peace with the present moment—without bypassing life’s messiness.

🔥 Tapas (Discipline): Hear Gianna’s raw take on phones in yoga class and how showing up with intention (not perfection) is the real key to growth.

🪞 Svadhyaya (Self-Study): From Break Method journaling to quiet reflection, discover tools for spotting patterns, breaking cycles, and taking radical responsibility.

🌌 Ishvara Pranidhana (Surrender or Devotion): What does it really mean to let go? Explore how faith in something greater can help you meet the unknown with grace instead of fear.

Whether you’re new to the Niyamas or looking to embody them more deeply, this episode is your invitation to transform discipline into devotion—and create space for clarity, contentment, and self-trust.

🎧 Listen now and visit nearlyenlightened.com or tap into the Meditate to Elevate portal for guided practices that bring these teachings to life.

👉 Next week: We dive into the physical layers of practice with Asana and Pranayama. You won’t want to miss it.

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