Aparigraha

Pronounced: ah-pah-ree-GRAH-hah

Wellness glossary · Yoga Philosophy & Sanskrit

Yoga Philosophy & Sanskrit · definition

A Sanskrit term commonly translated as non-grasping, non-possessiveness, or non-hoarding. It is one of the five yamas.

How the term is used

Aparigraha can be explored through attachment to possessions, outcomes, identities, or control.

Why it matters

It offers a philosophical lens for examining accumulation and the difficulty of letting go.

Read the guide Yoga Beyond the Poses: A Guide to Yoga Philosophy for Everyday Life

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Where this fits in a practice

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