Name:
Subramanian
Qualification:
Dip in YOGA
Dip in VARMA
Dip in NATUROPATHY
Years of Experience:
34 Years
Specialization:
HATHA YOGA
Traditional yoga therapist
Acupuncturist
ZEN cosmic healer
DORN healer
Food reflexologist
Teaching philosophy
The teaching philosophy of yoga is a holistic system designed to unite the mind, body, and soul to achieve self-realization and liberation from suffering.
Unlike modern fitness-focused approaches, traditional yoga philosophy is an ancient psychological and ethical framework rooted in the belief that spiritual ignorance is the root cause of human distress.
Core Philosophical Principles
Union (Yuj): The term “yoga” comes from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning to yoke or unite. It signifies the union of individual consciousness with the universal Divine or the “true self”.
The Eight Limbs (Ashtanga) : Systematized by the sage Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, these provide a roadmap for the practice:
Yamas : Universal ethical restraints (e.g., non-violence, truthfulness).
Niyamas : Personal observances (e.g., discipline, self-study).
Asana : Physical postures intended to prepare the body for meditation.
Pranayama : Control of the breath to regulate vital energy (prana).
Pratyahara : Withdrawal of the senses from external distractions.
Dharana : Focused concentration.
Dhyana: Deep meditation.
Samadhi : A state of blissful absorption and enlightenment.
Mind Control (Chitta Vritti Nirodha): A central aim is to “still the fluctuations of the mind” to perceive reality clearly without the distortion of the ego.
The Four Traditional Paths
Yoga recognizes that different individuals require different approaches to reach the same goal:
Karma Yoga : The path of selfless action and service without attachment to results.
Bhakti Yoga : The path of devotion and love toward the Divine.
Jnana (Gyana) Yoga: The path of intellect and wisdom through the study of sacred scriptures.
Raja Yoga: The “royal path” focusing on meditation and mental discipline.
Educational Philosophy in Practice
Experiential Learning: Philosophy is not just theoretical; it is meant to be “lived off the mat” through daily choices, such as practicing patience in traffic (Ahimsa) or honesty at work (Satya).
Teacher as Guide: In traditional teaching, a teacher (Acarya) acts as a moral example, helping students navigate their own unique temperaments and medical conditions.
Moral Foundation: Ethical behavior (Yamas and Niyamas) is considered a prerequisite to physical and mental practices; one cannot effectively meditate if their life is chaotic or unethical.
Would you like to explore how to incorporate a specific limb, such as Ahimsa (non-violence), into your current daily routine or professional life?