Sadhana means path, method, spiritual practice. Here we mean the personal practice we do for ourselves, at home, without a teacher. It’s said that a self-practice starts as effort, becomes a need over time and, eventually, a pleasure.
Find your purpose
Before deciding what to practise, ask yourself why. More energy in the morning? Calm before bed? Connecting with yourself? Your purpose shapes the content: asana, pranayama, meditation, mantra or a mix.
Start small and specific
- Define a specific practice and a realistic length: ten or fifteen minutes is perfect.
- Keep it up long enough for it to become a habit.
- Practise at the same time and place whenever you can.
Adapt, don’t abandon
If you’re tired, foggy, on your period or sore, adjust the intensity or an exercise, but keep the main structure.
Review it over time
Sadhana can change throughout life. Every so often, check whether your purpose, schedule or life stage has changed, and adapt your practice to who you are now.
