A Study of the Bhagavadgita : 8 - 9. Swami Krishnananda.
================================================================= ====================================================================== Sunday, December 19, 2021.7:30. PM. A Study of the Bhagavadgita : 8-9. Chapter 8 : The Stages of Yoga -9. ======================================================================== The objects of the senses have such an impact upon the senses that whenever you see something desirable or abhorrent, you are disturbed in your mind; therefore, in the initial stages of Yoga practice, the student is advised to place himself or herself in an atmosphere in which there will not be temptations. Do not be in a supermarket or a cinema hall or a theatre. These are not places for meditation. As far as possible, also isolate yourself physically from atmospheres of temptation and distraction, disturbance, agitation, and feelings of sorrow. Physical isolation is important – otherwise, why do people come to an ashram, Uttarkashi, Gangotri, and other places? --...