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Yogic Principles For Transformation

In this course we will explore the contemporary relevance of the ancient yamas (moral codes) and niyamas (self-disciplines) of the yoga tradition. These universal lessons will enable you to create a personal path toward inner and outer transformation. Over the next 10 days, you will be offered profound wisdom to facilitate individual and collective growth, healing, and liberation. These principles will be shared with sincerity to aid a newfound sense of freedom and joy and help you to cultivate a lifelong effort toward spiritual progress.

Contemplation Awakening Spiritual Yoga Spirituality Self-Observation Spirituality Acceptance Health & Happiness

Meet your Teacher

Brian Hyman

Malibu, CA, USA

Brian Hyman, RYT, is a yoga and meditation teacher, writer, and father. His extensive work with yoga, mindfulness, spirituality, and addiction recovery has been featured in many interviews and articles. He is a Yoga Ambassador for lululemon and Manduka, has been featured in the yoga book 'Inside the Warrior,' and has created original content on Yoga30, Udemy, and Insight Timer. Brian is grateful for his teachers and students who inspire him each day. Brian currently teaches yoga and meditation at an addiction treatment facility in Malibu, CA. He is also writing a book about his personal journey to wellness, which includes overcoming grief, addiction, and chronic pain.

10 Days

2.7k students

4.7 stars

14 min / day

Awakening

English

Lesson 1

Ahimsa (Non-Violence)

In this lesson, we will discuss non-violence or non-harm toward all beings, animals, and nature. We will explore the concept Ahimsa; to replace violent states of mind with contrary thought and action and ultimately, refrain from damaging ourselves and others. Ahimsa is to look into our personal history and seek to change old patterns that no longer serve our highest good. In this lesson, we will examine philosophy from Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., and B.K.S. Iyengar in relation to non-violence, as well as look at fear as the root of violence.

Lesson 2

Satya (Honesty)

In this lesson we explore truthfulness and authenticity (Satya). Satya requires us to lead with the heart and consider how we speak with others; it is to strive for honest communication at all times. We will discuss the resonance and frequency of truth and how lying can damage relationships. We will also look at the root of dishonesty and specific reasons people lie to one another, such as people-pleasing and self-esteem issues, and learn how honesty can lead a path to emancipation.

Lesson 3

Asteya (Non-Stealing)

Asteya is to not take what belongs to others, nor borrow items for prolonged periods, nor use objects for divergent purposes, nor enter into debt. It is to refrain from misappropriating affections. In today's lesson, we will talk about ways we take from others and specific things we steal. We will look at subtle forms of theft – stealing time, energy, and wellness. We will also talk about when it is acceptable to borrow things if it will serve a greater purpose.

Lesson 4

Brahmacharya (Walking With God)

Brahmacharya is to be responsible within intimate relationships; it is to respect oneself and others; it is to avoid depletion of vital or sexual energy, which can result in fatigue and inability to focus. Today, we will discuss what it means to walk with God. We will talk about restraint of detrimental activities and harmful behaviors. We will examine the balance between overindulgence and repression.

Lesson 5

Aparigraha (Non-hoarding)

Aparigraha is to trust the abundant nature of the universe. It is to overcome lack mentality and poverty consciousness. In today's lesson, we will talk about greed and selfishness as root causes for greed and hoarding.

Lesson 6

Saucha (Purity)

Saucha is to purify the inner and outer body. It is to be strict and selective with what we see, hear, taste, smell, and touch. In this lesson, we will discuss how we can turn our attention toward what is pure, such as truth and love. We will talk about the body as a temple which houses the Spirit and explore specific ways to purify the mind, body, and Spirit.

Lesson 7

Santosha (Contentment)

Santosha is to abide in a peaceful state, no longer attached to people, places, or things as sources of happiness or disillusionment. It is to live a surrendered life of acceptance, regardless of circumstances. In today's lesson, we will talk about how to find contentment in the present moment. We will also look at the yogic term “vairagya,” which means non-attachment.

Lesson 8

Tapas (Inner Fire)

Tapas is disciplined use of energy. It rids impurities from the mind, body, and Spirit. In this lesson, you will learn about three enemies of tapas and three specific forms of tapas. We will discuss tapas as a process of burning away things in our lives. We will also talk about how to define and manage suffering.

Lesson 9

Svadhyaya (Self-study)

Svadhyaya is to cultivate self-awareness. It is to search within to discover singleness of purpose. In today's lesson, we will talk about the benefits of self-study, such the strengthening of mental musculature and spiritual stature. Svadhyaya helps us to identify intentions beneath our thoughts and the motivations behind our actions.

Lesson 10

Isvarapranidhana (Surrender To God Or The Divine)

Isvarapranidhana is to devote time and energy toward contemplation of God or the Divine. It is to surrender Egoic thoughts, pride, and self-will. Today, we will talk about the idea of God and discuss alternate views of God or a Higher Power than that from our own understanding. We will delve into discussion on the power of surrender and the difficulty of releasing control. We will also draw parallels among many religious and spiritual traditions.

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This course includes 79 community questions and 8 audio replies from Brian Hyman. The community classroom and teacher audio replies are only available via the app.

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Recent Reviews

Margarete

May 18, 2024

Thank you; loved this course from a spiritual perspective of aligning the 12 step principles with yogic principles ! Blessings 🙏🙏🙏

Jill

August 20, 2023

Thank you for sharing your wisdom and personal experiences with each of these arms of yoga.

Eido

August 17, 2023

Thank you, that’s really wonderful I can’t wait for your next course. Well done 👍🏼

Nellene

June 12, 2023

Good teacher, gentle, real, open, genuine!

Rose

February 26, 2023

Like a bath. So grateful for these teachings and very well presented.

Jennifer

October 3, 2022

This is the best course I have come across that explains many concepts of yoga in an easily understood format. Thank you, Brian, for taking the time to put together such a comprehensive and heartfelt teaching. 🙏❤️

Hisham

June 21, 2022

The course involves many morals and principles that I need in my life, however, it's a hard course in terms of it requires a lot of work on one's self. I would suggest anyone who will start this course not to listen to the lessons on daily basis. Rather, one can listen to lesson one, and then listen to other meditation tracks on the following 3 or 4 days, give yourself a chance to digest and work on what you heard in lesson one, then go to lesson 2 and so on. I would suggest too writing a journal after each lesson, of the idea/ideas you get from the lesson and how or where in your life you can apply them. It doesn't have to be a long journal. Just few lines or words to quickly refer to during your day for application.

Polly

February 18, 2022

I really enjoyed this class! I coupled it with additional reading and found the layering of verbal and written material kept the principles active in my life. Highly recommend this course!

Kevin

January 24, 2022

Excellent, accessible content. I also appreciate Brian's measured cadence in his talks. He doesn't overhwlem with an unending torrent of words. He pauses. He breathes. He gives the listener time and space to absorb the lesson.

Landon

October 23, 2021

Great wisdom with practical application to our lives, I enjoyed this course!

Millie

September 11, 2021

A beautiful look at the principles applied to daily life - finding grace and divinity within

Marcio

April 18, 2021

Marvellous!!

Todd

April 15, 2021

One of the best courses on Insight Timer, not only for its content, but for the wisdom and humility Brian brings to it. Many, many thanks!

Melanie

March 27, 2021

I loved this course and it has left me wanting to deepen my study of yoga. Thank you Brian!

KayK

February 20, 2021

Thought provoking and reflective. I found it to be both interesting and challenging on how I live currently and the difficulty in accepting what is and letting go of control if outcomes! Thank you🙏🏻🙏🏻

Therese

December 30, 2020

Love love love this course. Going to look for another one by him. I love how he explains the concepts. He breaks it down to easier ways of understanding. And love his calm and soothing voice. It lulls me to sleep.

Nada

December 24, 2020

Thank you Merry Christmas to you and your family. 🙏🏻🧘🏻‍♀️

Kahena

November 22, 2020

I have read a lot of versions of these teachings and this is the best by far. This teacher’s insights are contemporary and relevant, unique, and of depth and substance. There was no summarising or skimming the surface here which I appreciated. I was reaching out for some relief and meaning and I got it. I listened through once and now I’ll listen through again and take notes. This course is a real gift, thank you.

Dominic

November 18, 2020

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