EPISODE · Jul 1, 2021 · 1H 1M
Dan Alder & Sreekanth Raghunath: Patanjali's Yoga Sutras Translation
from Radio FM88 Australia · host Jeffrey Shaw, Elisa Hererra, Priti Pauline, and Zoe
Dive into this powerful episode of Dreaming The New Dream with hosts Julia Chai and Jeffrey Shaw, featuring Dan Alder and Sreekanth Raghunath – passionate translators bringing Patanjali's ancient Yoga Sutras to modern seekers.Dan (Queensland-based yoga teacher specializing in meditation, body, and breath) and Sreekanth (India-raised Sanskrit scholar with deep roots in traditional philosophy) share their labor of love: a fresh, literal translation series ("Patanjali's Yoga Sūtras for the New Millennium" – Book 2 launching around this time).Key insights include:Yoga as "cessation of mind fluctuations" for freedom from suffering-causing thoughts and perceptionsThe eight limbs: Yamas/niyamas (ethics), asana (posture), pranayama (breath), pratyahara (sense withdrawal), dharana/dhyana (concentration/meditation), samadhi (enlightenment)Practice + non-attachment to still the mind; dropping ego for unity and peaceOral traditions, vibrational energy in Sanskrit, and parallels to quantum consciousnessApplying sutras daily: Managing ego, reducing separation, and self-discoveryEssential for yoga practitioners, meditators, philosophy students, and anyone seeking practical ancient wisdom for inner freedom and mindfulness.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & Welcoming Dan Alder and Sreekanth Raghunath05:00 - Guests' Backgrounds: Dan's Yoga Journey & Sreekanth's Sanskrit Roots15:00 - Why Translate the Yoga Sutras Anew25:00 - Core Definition: Cessation of Mind Fluctuations35:00 - The Eight Limbs Explained (Yamas to Samadhi)45:00 - Practice, Non-Attachment & Ego Dissolution55:00 - Pratyahara, Meditation Challenges & Unity Experience1:05:00 - Sanskrit Oral Tradition, Quantum Links & Daily Application1:15:00 - Book Series, Retreats & Closing Wisdom Watch or listen to new episodes live every week: YouTube | Facebook | X | Alexa (“Play Radio FM88 Australia”)Support the Show: Donate at https://radiofm88.com.au/donate-now/Support the station: https://radiofm88.com.auHosted by: Jeffrey Shaw (jeffreyshaw.com.au) & Julia Chai (mindsease.com.au)#DanAlder #SreekanthRaghunath #YogaSutras #Patanjali #Meditation #EightLimbsOfYoga #Mindfulness #NonAttachment #SanskritTranslation #SpiritualFreedom #YogaPhilosophy #Consciousness #RadioFM88Australia #DreamingTheNewDream #JeffreyShaw #JuliaChai
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Dive into this powerful episode of Dreaming The New Dream with hosts Julia Chai and Jeffrey Shaw, featuring Dan Alder and Sreekanth Raghunath – passionate translators bringing Patanjali's ancient Yoga Sutras to modern seekers.Dan (Queensland-based yoga teacher specializing in meditation, body, and breath) and Sreekanth (India-raised Sanskrit scholar with deep roots in traditional philosophy) share their labor of love: a fresh, literal translation series ("Patanjali's Yoga Sūtras for the New Millennium" – Book 2 launching around this time).Key insights include:Yoga as "cessation of mind fluctuations" for freedom from suffering-causing thoughts and perceptionsThe eight limbs: Yamas/niyamas (ethics), asana (posture), pranayama (breath), pratyahara (sense withdrawal), dharana/dhyana (concentration/meditation), samadhi (enlightenment)Practice + non-attachment to still the mind; dropping ego for unity and peaceOral traditions, vibrational energy in Sanskrit, and parallels to quantum consciousnessApplying sutras daily: Managing ego, reducing separation, and self-discoveryEssential for yoga practitioners, meditators, philosophy students, and anyone seeking practical ancient wisdom for inner freedom and mindfulness.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & Welcoming Dan Alder and Sreekanth Raghunath05:00 - Guests' Backgrounds: Dan's Yoga Journey & Sreekanth's Sanskrit Roots15:00 - Why Translate the Yoga Sutras Anew25:00 - Core Definition: Cessation of Mind Fluctuations35:00 - The Eight Limbs Explained (Yamas to Samadhi)45:00 - Practice, Non-Attachment & Ego Dissolution55:00 - Pratyahara, Meditation Challenges & Unity Experience1:05:00 - Sanskrit Oral Tradition, Quantum Links & Daily Application1:15:00 - Book Series, Retreats & Closing Wisdom Watch or listen to new episodes live every week: YouTube | Facebook | X | Alexa (“Play Radio FM88 Australia”)Support the Show: Donate at https://radiofm88.com.au/donate-now/Support the station: https://radiofm88.com.auHosted by: Jeffrey Shaw (jeffreyshaw.com.au) & Julia Chai (mindsease.com.au)#DanAlder #SreekanthRaghunath #YogaSutras #Patanjali #Meditation #EightLimbsOfYoga #Mindfulness #NonAttachment #SanskritTranslation #SpiritualFreedom #YogaPhilosophy #Consciousness #RadioFM88Australia #DreamingTheNewDream #JeffreyShaw #JuliaChai
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