What are the Niyamas: Exploring The Second Limb of Yoga
Following the Yamas, which provide ethical guidelines for our interactions with the external world, the second of the eight limbs is the Niyamas. These are personal observances or disciplines that guide our inner growth and help us cultivate a positive and harmonious inner life. Hereby, Ni (नि) translates to “within” and Yama (यम) to “restraint”. The Niyamas consist of five principles that support the development of self-discipline, purity, and contentment.
