MEANING OF YOGA The word yoga originates from

MEANING OF YOGA The word "yoga" originates from the Sanskrit word ‘yuj’ which means a ‘Union’.

Different Meanings of Yoga a) Link b) Joint c) Union d) Meeting e) Remembrance f) Relationship g) Communion h) Connection

Three Levels of Yoga 1. Physical : Union of objects 2. Mental Linking the mind with something or someone 3. Spiritual : Communication between soul and Supreme Soul

FIRST LEVEL PHYSICAL Level: This is at a physical level between objects. A) Adding sugar to milk. B) Tuning of radio C) Joining two wires, etc

SECOND LEVEL MENTAL LEVEL : This is to do with the mind. Eg. We become sad on thinking of anything sad. This is to do with our memories and thoughts in the mind that change our state.

THIRD LEVEL • SPIRITUAL LEVEL: On the spiritual plane, it means union of the individual self with the Supreme. • Spirituality is the essence and the unity of all the religions. It is to consider oneself to be a spirit – a ‘soul’ and unite or communicate with the Supreme.

MEANING OF RAJ YOGA 'RAJA' MEANS A KING. Raj yoga meditation is the true form of spiritual yoga and as the name suggests it is the king of all the yogas.

Meaning of Raj Yoga Supreme of all types of Yogas 1. Link of the soul with the Supreme Soul. 2. Link through the highest method. 3. Link which brings the highest achievements.

Meaning of Raj Yoga It is called Raj yoga because it enables a person to become the master of the self.

MEANING OF RAJ YOGA It is the practical method of selfrealisation and God-realisation that enables you to create new attitudes and responses to life, giving you a clear spiritual understanding of yourself and the Supreme.

Eight Fold Raja Yoga SAHAJ YOGA GYAN YOGA BUDDHI YOGA RAJA YOGA SAMATVA YOGA KARMA YOGA BHAKTI YOGA SANYAS YOGA RAJA YOGA - Power to control(discipline) sense organs. - Power to control thoughts and consciousness. - Power to manage one’s own self.

BENEFITS OF RAJ YOGA It calms our mind and body. One receives enormous mental strength, stability and ability to face the inevitable undercurrents of modern life in a calm and peaceful manner. You can experience immense joy of an extraordinary kind and the glow of inner peace.

OTHER BENEFITS q Understanding the self q Realising one’s potential q Ability to face challenges q Release from tension q Freedom from anxiety and fear

OTHER BENEFITS v Tranquility of mind restored v Greater control over thoughts v Ability to express positive feelings v Improved concentration v Ability to cope effectively with rapid change.

OTHER BENEFITS • Energizes our awareness • Gives self-confidence and fosters self-belief. • Enhanced sense of well-being • Gives a sense of purpose

WHO CAN PRACTICE RAJ YOGA? Everyone in this world can practice it. No matter what the background is. Gender, age, nationality, culture, religion, language, social status, wealth, profession, and the present state of being – none of these matter. You just need to make the choice to listen to your inner voice.

Introduction of Self Human + Being Body + Soul (Consciousness) = Human Being

The Inner & Outer Self THE SOUL THE BODY Non-physical Physical Immortal Mortal Eternal Temporary Conscious No Consciousness Constant self-image Changing image Natural state of peace Constant motion

Who am I ? 1. I have a soul in me. 2. I have a soul in my body. 3. I am a soul in my body. Which is the correct statement ?

Relation between Soul & Body SOUL BODY Driver Diamond Lamp Image Charioteer Actor Car Box Hut Temple Chariot Dress

You are a soul A very subtle, tiny point of divine light. Mind Intellect Sanskars

The Inner Self thinks, feels, experiences, imagines, forms ideas STATE OF CONSCIOUSNESS THOUGHT POWER Mind RECORD OF EXPERIENCES habits tendencies, memories, talents, qualities (Subconsciousness) Sanskars Impressions Intellect WILL POWER evaluates, reasons, decides, discerns, understands

Proof for the Existence of Soul a) Recollection of Past Birth. b) Out of Body Experience. c) Hypnotic Regression/Progression.

Abode of Souls Soul World Incorporeal World Subtle World Corporeal World Paramdham, Shantidham, Muktidham, Brahmlok Nirwan Dham

Qualities of a Soul Truth Knowledge Purity Peace Love Happiness Bliss Power

PRACTICE • I AM A POINT OF LIGHT Not the body or this role. • I DETACH AND OBSERVE My body and the scenes going on around me. • I REJECT ALL NEGATIVE THOUGHTS about me and accept only positive thoughts, emotions and desires.