The text explores "Your Inner Universe," including the chakras (energy centers) and nadis (energy channels) to explain how yoga impacts the astral and causal bodies.
Beyond postures, it includes practical advice on purification (fasting), a yogic diet, and mudras (hand gestures). Author Perspective
Stephen Sturgess is a London-based teacher and spiritual healer who studied under renowned masters in both India and England. His approach is heavily influenced by the of Paramhansa Yogananda, emphasizing Raja Yoga (the "Royal Path" of meditation). Reviewers often note his "decidedly non-provocative" tone, which makes ancient concepts accessible to a modern audience without losing their spiritual heart. Target Audience & Reception Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Yoga Book: A Practical Guide to Self -Realization The Yoga Book: A Practical Guide to Self-realiz...
Withdrawal of senses and mental concentration.
by Stephen Sturgess is an authoritative text that bridges the gap between physical yoga and its deeper spiritual foundations. It serves as a comprehensive manual for practitioners seeking to move beyond fitness and into the realm of mental mastery and self-discovery. Core Content and Themes The text explores "Your Inner Universe," including the
Sturgess dedicates individual chapters to each of the eight limbs, providing a systematic journey from ethical foundations to ultimate liberation:
The book is structured around the , who established the system of yoga over 1,500 years ago. His approach is heavily influenced by the of
Meditation and the state of meditative absorption/self-realization.