22/10/2025
What Swadhyaya Means
• Swa = self
• Adhyaya = study or inquiry
It means deep self-reflection and continuous inner observation — not just reading scriptures, but studying your own mind, emotions, habits, and consciousness.
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Why It’s Essential in TTC
1. Foundation of True Teaching
• You can’t teach what you don’t embody.
• Swadhyaya helps you understand who you are beyond roles, thoughts, and ego — that authenticity is what students feel in your presence.
2. Deepens Connection with Yogic Philosophy
• You begin to experience the teachings of the Yoga Sutras and other scripts within your own life.
3. Supports Personal Transformation
• TTC isn’t only about postures and anatomy — it’s about self-evolution.
• Journaling, meditation, and introspection during Swadhyaya reveal limiting beliefs and patterns.
4. Improves Teaching Presence
• The more you know yourself, the more clarity and compassion you bring into your classes.
