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Yamas & Niyamas Overview

Yamas – Ahimsa (Non-harming / Reverence)

Yamas – Satya (Truthfulness/ Integrity)

Yamas - Asteya (Non-stealing / Generosity)

Yamas – Brahmacharya (Self-restraint / Moderation)

Yamas – Aparigraha (Non-possessiveness / Trusting Abundance)

Niyamas – Santosha (Contentment)

Niyamas- Saucha (Cleanliness / Clarity)

Niyamas – Tapas (Self-discipline / Enthusiasm) 

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Niyamas – Svadhyaya (Study of Self and Spiritual Texts)

Niyamas – Ishvara Pranidhana (Devotion / Surrender)

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