Yoga is not merely a system of physical postures, but rather a way of life that cultivates the mind, body, and soul. Among the eight limbs described by Patanjali, the Niyamas serve as a moral compass for self-discipline and personal growth. These five principles are Shaucha (purity), Santosha (contentment), Tapas (self-discipline), Svadhyaya (self-study), and Ishvarapranidhana (surrender to a higher power).
