Yoga = Samadhi | Swami Satyamayananda

Yoga is fundamentally *samadhi*, a state of profound concentration that transcends mere physical exercise or Hatha Yoga. The practice involves controlling the *chitta vritti*—the turbulent waves of the mind—by harnessing willpower and integrating internal and external knowledge. As the mind becomes still, it progresses through stages of concentration, meditation, and eventually *samadhi*, where the practitioner experiences a sense of timelessness and unity with the universe. This process is not an external acquisition but a discovery of latent potential, supported by the natural power of evolution. By moving beyond the ego and surrendering to grace, individuals shift their perception to recognize all beings as souls of light, ultimately achieving liberation. This journey requires consistent practice, moving from simple focus to deep, intuitive absorption where the practitioner becomes one with the object of meditation.