Balancing Effort and Ease: The Dance of Sthira and Sukha
Description
In this episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren explores one of yoga’s most profound yet practical teachings: the balance of Sthira (steadiness, effort) and Sukha (ease, sweetness). These Sanskrit concepts are introduced in Yoga Sutra 2.46, traditionally applied to meditation posture, but Lauren shows how they can inform every aspect of yoga—and life.
She walks listeners through:
•The meaning of Sthira and Sukha
•How to embody both in asana, using Warrior II and Sukhasana as examples
•The connection between breath, nervous system regulation, and balance
•Integrating effort and ease into your mindset, habits, and schedule
•The relationship between tapas (discipline) and santosha (contentment)
•Real-life ways to schedule both structure and soul into your day
You’ll also receive practical suggestions for your practice and a journaling prompt to help you bring more conscious balance into your week.
✨ Journal Prompt:
Where am I craving more steadiness?
Where can I allow more ease?
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