More Than a Pose: The Deeper Role of Asana in the Yoga Journey

07/10/2025 6 min
More Than a Pose: The Deeper Role of Asana in the Yoga Journey

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Is your asana practice just a workout, or is it a gateway to something more? In this episode, Dr. Hakeem Ali-Bocas Alexander recontextualizes the physical postures of yoga, revealing how Asana serves as a vital foundation for the entire Eight-Limbed path, cultivating the steadiness, awareness, and resilience needed for spiritual growth. • Discover why Asana is a crucial "entry point" and "gateway" to the deeper, philosophical teachings of yoga. • Learn how the principle of "steadiness and ease" (Sthira Sukham) in each posture teaches us to navigate life's challenges with grace. • Uncover how Asana is a powerful tool for self-inquiry, revealing patterns in the mind and creating space for introspection. • Explore the historical evolution of the physical practice and how understanding its roots deepens our modern application. • Understand how a mindful Asana practice naturally inspires students to explore the more subtle limbs of meditation and ethics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/engaging-with-the-eight-limbs-of-yoga--6741852/support.Stay awake and vibrant with Strong Coffee Company. An exclusive deal you'll not get elswhere. This is another way to support my work using the code HAKEEM.I earn commissions when you buy anything from Strong Coffee Company using my link and code "HAKEEM" https://MyDeals.Page/1gp9If you want to dig in deeper to more of my productions, go to World Reading Club.

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