Swami Rama's translation and commentary on one of the world's most sacred and inspiring scriptures. Emphasizes the practical application of the several facets of the teachings ... Gives deep insight into the philosophy of life and its practical application.

In this practical guide to inner life, Swami Rama--one of the most advanced yoga masters to visit the West--teaches us how to slip beyond the mental turbulence of our ordinary thought processes into an infinite reservoir of consciousness from which we can draw guidance, creative power, joy, and tranquility. The techniques presented here have been used by the sages of India from time immemorial to live in harmony with the world around them, to find strength to face life's difficulties, and to know themselves.

Outlines the basic physical exercises, mental disciplines, and ethical commitments of raja yoga

The contents of this book have been taken from Swami Rama's lecture courses on Yoga Sutras. Swamiji states that Patanjali's Yoga Sutras are the basis of ancient psychology. The explanations in this book include many practical pointers on how we can work with the mind in daily life, as well as study and direct the mind when in quieter states of meditation. Swamiji's description of the totality of the mind, the functions of the mind, and the emotions, goes far beyond the concepts of modern psychology, and provides insight into the intricacies of yoga psychology, making this an invaluable edition from the therapeutic viewpoint as well as its practicality as a guide for living a healthy, balanced life.