ABHYASA

      Abhyasa is a Sanskrit word that means "practice" or "continuously putting the  effort". It is a spiritual practice in Sanatan Dharma that involves regular and consistent effort over a longer period of time. 

 Explanation

• Abhyasa is a key part of yoga and is often discussed in the context of spirituality. 

• It is a practice that aims to achieve a state of tranquility and harmony within oneself. 

• It is a disciplined action that involves long, calm, and persevering effort. 

• It is a way to learn through cultivation of disciplined action. 

• It is  a way to attain a state of spiritual or mental well-being. 

        Patanjali, a sage in from Sanatan Dharma, defined abhyasa as a spiritual practice that involves constant effort to still the mind. He described it as a positive path that helps people develop positive qualities and become more stable. 

What does Patanjali say about abhyasa?

• Abhyasa is a sustained effort
  Patanjali said that abhyasa is a sustained effort to rest in stillness. 

• Abhyasa is a long-term practice
  Patanjali said that abhyasa should be practiced for a long time without interruption. 

• Abhyasa is a practice of vigilance
  Patanjali said that abhyasa is a consistent vigilance to keep the mind quiet. 

• Abhyasa is a practice of non-reaction
  Patanjali said that abhyasa and non-reaction (vairāgya) are both required to still the mind. 

• Abhyasa is a practice of developing positive qualities
  Patanjali said that abhyasa is an effort to develop positive qualities and become more stable.