Yoga Philosophy & Sanskrit · definition
The first limb of Patanjali's Eight Limbs, referring to ethical restraints or principles concerning how a person relates to others and the world.
How the term is used
The five yamas are ahimsa, satya, asteya, brahmacharya, and aparigraha.
Why it matters
They show that yoga philosophy begins with conduct and relationship, not only physical posture.
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
The guides explain the idea in context; the service pathways are there when reading is not enough. Educational content only — nothing here is medical or mental-health care.