Discovering the Self Through Yoga Sutra 1.3
In the ancient text The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Sutra 1.3 holds a profound message: Tadā Drashtuḥ Svarūpe 'vasthānam. Translated, it means, “Then the Seer abides in its own true nature.” But what does this mean, and how can it shape your yoga practice at Emerald Yoga Studio?
Let’s break it down and explore how this sutra can guide you toward a deeper understanding of yoga and yourself.
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