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| Yamas |
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Five abstinences that purify the body and mind. Principles of governing the way we relate to other people. |
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| Yantra |
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Literally, any instrument used for "holding, restraining, or fastening." In Yoga, a yantra is a visual symbol used to "hold or restrain" the mind from wandering during meditation. |
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| Yoga |
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Oneness. Literally, "integration" or "union," from the root word, "yuj". |
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| Yoga abhyasa |
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Practice of yoga. |
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| Yoga Nidra |
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A deep relaxation technique also called 'yogic sleep' in which mind and body is at complete rest but with complete awareness. |
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Someone who practices yoga. |
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| Yogini |
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A female yogi. |
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