control of the senses

This series will delve into Patanjali’s 8 Yoga Sutras. This ancient yoga wisdom from thousands of years ago is totally applicable today. The sutras provide practical guidance on how to live with a sense of greather physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Part one delves into the first sutra, Yama: Control of the senses, including the mind. We naturally want to be happy and our mind tells us to achieve that we need to satisfy whatever the senses demand. But that leaves us a feeling of emptiness. Understanding why the ancient Yoga Sutras teach the need to control our senses and mind is recommended if we want to achieve a more peaceful life.