Yoga Bodhi

The word Yoga comes from the sanskrit (the language of ancient India where Yoga originated) word "Yuj" meaning to yoke, join or unite. In Yoga this uniting implies integrating all aspects of the individual - mind, body and spirit to bring about a happy and balanced life. Yoga is the scientific art of remembering our true nature, however, along the path of Yoga one gains health, happiness, tranquility and knowledge. What is commonly referred to as "Yoga" here in the West can be described by the sanskrit word "asana" which refers to the practice of physical postures and poses. However, "asana" is only one of the eight "Limbs" of Yoga according to Patanjalis "Yoga Sutras" written some 2, 200 years ago. The other "Limbs" of Yoga are more concerned with mental and spiritual well being than physical activity.