ancient wisdom for today
Study. Apply. Expand.
Even though we don’t live in ancient times, we can still benefit from the wisdom of ancient sages. One of the practices suggested by Patañjali is self-study (svādhyāya — Devanagari: स्वाध्याय). It can be interpreted as studying wisdom texts and chanting, as well as an inquiry into our true nature and who we are. In our Y.O.G.A. system, we study the Yoga Sutras using the S.I.M.P.L.E. method to gain a greater perspective on ourselves and our presence in our lives.
Welcome to the vault! Here, you can access the Yoga Sutras. Use the summaries to gain a high-level view of the journey. Dive deep into the individual sutras, each of which offers specific questions for application. Or, choose specific practices inspired by the sutras in the guided application section. Enjoy your journey of discovery!
Living the Yoga Sutras
Summaries
High Level Perspective
Gain a high-level understanding of the Yoga Sutras, including a visual summary, a word that summarizes all the teachings, a sutra that encapsulates the essence of yoga, and four sutras that outline the entire journey.
Chapter 01
Integration (samadhi)
Embark on a journey through the definition of yoga and the ways of being that lead to misidentification. Explore the method of practice and detachment, the path of devotion, and the many layers of inner stillness and silence.
Chapter 02
Practice (sadhana)
Learn about yogic action and its effects. Gain an understanding of afflictions, karma, and how to prevent suffering. Explore the eight limbs of yoga, their definitions, and their effects.
Chapter 03
Magnificence (vibhuti)
Learn the inner meditative practices that lead to gradual, powerful transformations, resulting in a deep understanding of the inner and natural worlds and their connections.
Chapter 04
Emancipation (kaivalya)
Explore the metaphysical aspects of yoga, such as the nature of the mind, karma, time, and perception. Learn how to open the gateway to ultimate liberation by understanding the relationship between individual and pure awareness.
Guided Application
Weaving the Thread of Yoga into Life
Use specific exercises inspired by the Yoga Sutras to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your role in life.
Practice Regularly
Deepen your practice
Explore all aspects of yoga at your own pace in short movement, breathing and meditation sessions.
Classes
Practice with me, 1:1 or in a group
Enjoy a satisfying and restorative practice in an individual session or group class.
Chanting
Feel the vibration
Let chanting take you deeper into experiencing peace and wholeness.
Inspiration
Bring Meditation into Your Space
View and collect my meditative encaustic paintings inspired by decades of daily yoga and meditation practice.