things internal; thoughts and internal body functions.PRANAYAMA is deep, even breathing. See AbovePRATYAHARA is a withdrawal of the senses. This includes when you are practicing the poses, (the asanas) when you are deeply breathing in pranayama, and it seeks to unite the mind and senses into one whole and full being. SPIRITUAL QUESTThe spiritual quest consists of dharana, dhyana, and samadhi. The spiritual quest focuses on achieving moksha, or enlightenment from the material world. DHARANA requires absolute concentration, with the mind remaining unmoved and untouched. This can bring about the effect of flowing intelligence and releases stress. If one is in the state of dharana for a prolonged period of time, one is considered in DHYANA. Dhyana means meditation, and if one is meditating for a prolonged period of time, one may attain moksha, or enlightenment. In yoga terms, this is called SAMADHI, whereas one is released from the material world and they stand as a light for everyone else as an example of peace and beauty. A TEENY OUTROYOGA is a gift to the world, and in particular, me. I am so happy that I have taken this class and I hope to continue for the rest of my life, or until I attain moksha. Attaining Moksha is my main life goal, and I sincerely hope that I attain this goal. I think that with yoga and Allah in my life, anything is possible....
