Episode 28: What Are The Kleshas? How You Can Use Them To Overcome Inner Obstacles

Welcome back to North Node: The Yoga & Astrology Podcast! Today, we’re diving into a profound yet practical concept from yogic philosophy—the Kleshas. These are the five afflictions, or mental and emotional obstacles, that keep us stuck in cycles of suffering. But we’re not just breaking down ancient philosophy; we’re making it real—because the Kleshas aren’t abstract ideas, they show up in our everyday lives, in our fears, our attachments, and even our sense of self.In this episode, we’re exploring:✨ What the Kleshas are – From ignorance (Avidya) to fear of death (Abhinivesha), how these forces shape our experience✨ How they manifest in real life – Why we repeat unhealthy patterns and how we can begin to break free✨ The astrological connection – Each Klesha resonates with planetary energy, offering a unique lens to work with them in our personal practice.✨ Moving beyond the Kleshas – Practical ways to cultivate awareness, detachment, and inner peace.Ultimately, this is a conversation about spiritual awareness. The Kleshas keep us in a fog, but through yoga, self-inquiry, and astrology, we can recognize these patterns and work with them instead of against them.Let’s dive in.Did you know you can subscribe to this podcast so that it automatically downloads the next episode for you?You can check out our respective websites and social media here:Becky:www.instagram.com/therosealmanacwww.therosealmanac.comLaura:www.soulsanctuarystudios.comwww.lauraclaytonwellness.com