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“The obstacles that distract thought are disease, apathy, doubt, carelessness, indolence, dissipation, false vision, failure to attain a firm basis in yoga, and restlessness.”

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Patanjali
Patanjali

Patanjali is an ancient Indian mystic and the founder of yoga philosophy. His life and identity remain controversial, but his work, the Yoga Sutras, has had a profound impact on the practice and philosophy of yoga throughout history. more

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