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Viniyoga © FAQ 509 | How do defence mechanisms show up in everyday life? - 04 - People Pleasing!
by Dr Kaustubha Desikachar, PhD

Defence mechanisms often shape our lives without us even realising it. From staying in our comfort zone and overthinking to people-pleasing, emotional withdrawal, and self-sabotage, these unconscious patterns are often ways we try to protect ourselves from pain, rejection, and uncertainty.

In this set of videos, Dr Kausthub Desikachar explores how these defence mechanisms manifest in daily life and how the wisdom of Viniyoga and Yoga Therapy can help us move toward healing, awareness, and transformation.

04 - People Pleasing!

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Viniyoga © FAQ 509 | How do defence mechanisms show up in everyday life? - 04 People-Pleasing | Viniyoga Defence mechanisms often shape our lives without us even realising it. From staying in our comfort zone and overthinking to people-pleasing, emotional withdrawal, and self-sabotage, these unconscious patterns are often ways we try to protect ourselves from pain, rejection, and uncertainty. Dr Kaust

Viniyoga © FAQ 508 | How do defence mechanisms show up in everyday life? - 03 - Emotional Numbing!
by Dr Kaustubha Desikachar PhD

Defence mechanisms often shape our lives without us even realising it. From staying in our comfort zone and overthinking to people-pleasing, emotional withdrawal, and self-sabotage, these unconscious patterns are often ways we try to protect ourselves from pain, rejection, and uncertainty.

In this set of videos, Dr Kausthub Desikachar explores how these defence mechanisms manifest in daily life and how the wisdom of Viniyoga and Yoga Therapy can help us move toward healing, awareness, and transformation.

03 - Emotional Numbing!

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Viniyoga © FAQ 508 | How do defence mechanisms show up in everyday life? - 03 Emotional Numbing | Viniyoga Defence mechanisms often shape our lives without us even realising it. From staying in our comfort zone and overthinking to people-pleasing, emotional withdrawal, and self-sabotage, these unconscious patterns are often ways we try to protect ourselves from pain, rejection, and uncertainty. Dr Kaust

Viniyoga © FAQ 505 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Īśvara-praṇidhāna!
by Dr Kaustubha Desikachar, PhD

In the tradition of Viniyoga, Niyama is understood as a deeply personal inner spiritual practice. Rather than external discipline alone, Niyama invites us into self-reflection, clarity, and inner transformation. Rather than striving for perfection, the focus is on steady awareness and conscious practice, allowing growth to unfold with patience and compassion. Discover how integrating Niyama into daily life can support both personal healing and authentic spiritual evolution.

This series of five YouTube videos explores how the five Niyamas can be applied in ways that are adaptive, reflective, and relevant to your life.

05 - Īśvara-praṇidhāna!

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Viniyoga © FAQ 505 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Īśvara-praṇidhāna | by Dr Kausthub | Viniyoga In the tradition of Viniyoga, as taught by T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar, carried forward by Dr Kausthub Desikachar, Yama is not merely a set of moral rules but a deeply personal spiritual practice. Through the lens of Viniyoga, Yama becomes a tool for self-inquiry, emotional regulation,

29 | VISUDDHI | THE THROAT CAKRA

JULY 28 2026 | 13:30 Singapore time | 10:00 IST | 07:30 EU | 17:30 NZ | 15:30 AU

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Viniyoga © FAQ 504 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Svādhyāya!
by Dr Kaustubha Desikachar, PhD

In the tradition of Viniyoga, Niyama is understood as a deeply personal inner spiritual practice. Rather than external discipline alone, Niyama invites us into self-reflection, clarity, and inner transformation. Rather than striving for perfection, the focus is on steady awareness and conscious practice, allowing growth to unfold with patience and compassion. Discover how integrating Niyama into daily life can support both personal healing and authentic spiritual evolution.

This series of five YouTube videos explores how the five Niyamas can be applied in ways that are adaptive, reflective, and relevant to your life.

04 - Svādhyāya

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Viniyoga © FAQ 504 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Svādhyāya | by Dr Kausthub Desikachar | Viniyoga In the tradition of Viniyoga, as taught by T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar, carried forward by Dr Kausthub Desikachar, Yama is not merely a set of moral rules but a deeply personal spiritual practice. Through the lens of Viniyoga, Yama becomes a tool for self-inquiry, emotional regulation,

Viniyoga © FAQ 503 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Tapas!
by Dr Kaustubha Desikachar, PhD

In the tradition of Viniyoga, Niyama is understood as a deeply personal inner spiritual practice. Rather than external discipline alone, Niyama invites us into self-reflection, clarity, and inner transformation. Rather than striving for perfection, the focus is on steady awareness and conscious practice, allowing growth to unfold with patience and compassion. Discover how integrating Niyama into daily life can support both personal healing and authentic spiritual evolution.

This series of five YouTube videos explores how the five Niyamas can be applied in ways that are adaptive, reflective, and relevant to your life.

03 - Tapas

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Viniyoga © FAQ 503 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Tapas | by Dr Kausthub Desikachar | Viniyoga In the tradition of Viniyoga, as taught by T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar, carried forward by Dr Kausthub Desikachar, Yama is not merely a set of moral rules but a deeply personal spiritual practice. Through the lens of Viniyoga, Yama becomes a tool for self-inquiry, emotional regulation,

Viniyoga © FAQ 502 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Santoṣa!
by Dr Kaustubha Desikachar, PhD

In the tradition of Viniyoga, Niyama is understood as a deeply personal inner spiritual practice. Rather than external discipline alone, Niyama invites us into self-reflection, clarity, and inner transformation. Rather than striving for perfection, the focus is on steady awareness and conscious practice, allowing growth to unfold with patience and compassion. Discover how integrating Niyama into daily life can support both personal healing and authentic spiritual evolution.

This series of five YouTube videos explores how the five Niyamas can be applied in ways that are adaptive, reflective, and relevant to your life.

02 - Santoṣa

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Viniyoga © FAQ 502 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Santoṣa | by Dr Kausthub Desikachar | Viniyoga In the tradition of Viniyoga, as taught by T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar, carried forward by Dr Kausthub Desikachar, Yama is not merely a set of moral rules but a deeply personal spiritual practice. Through the lens of Viniyoga, Yama becomes a tool for self-inquiry, emotional regulation,

Viniyoga © FAQ 501 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Śauca!
by Dr Kaustubha Desikachar, PhD

In the tradition of Viniyoga, Niyama is understood as a deeply personal inner spiritual practice. Rather than external discipline alone, Niyama invites us into self-reflection, clarity, and inner transformation. Rather than striving for perfection, the focus is on steady awareness and conscious practice, allowing growth to unfold with patience and compassion. Discover how integrating Niyama into daily life can support both personal healing and authentic spiritual evolution.

This series of five YouTube videos explores how the five Niyamas can be applied in ways that are adaptive, reflective, and relevant to your life.

01 - Śauca

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Viniyoga © FAQ 501 | Niyama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Śauca | by Dr Kausthub Desikachar, PhD | Viniyoga In the tradition of Viniyoga, as taught by T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar, carried forward by Dr Kausthub Desikachar, Yama is not merely a set of moral rules but a deeply personal spiritual practice. Through the lens of Viniyoga, Yama becomes a tool for self-inquiry, emotional regulation,

Viniyoga © FAQ 500 | Yama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Aparigraha!

by Dr Dr. Kausthub Desikachar PhD

Through the lens of Viniyoga, Yama becomes a tool for self-inquiry, emotional regulation, and conscious action, helping you transform habitual patterns and cultivate inner clarity. Rather than perfection, the focus is on awareness and intention, allowing spiritual growth to unfold naturally. Discover how integrating Yama into daily life can support both personal transformation and authentic spiritual evolution.

This series of five YouTube videos explores how the five Yamas can be applied in ways that are adaptive, reflective, and relevant to your life.

05 - Aparigraha

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Viniyoga © FAQ 500 | Yama as a Psycho-spiritual practice - Aparigraha | Viniyoga In the tradition of Viniyoga, as taught by T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar, carried forward by Dr Kausthub Desikachar, Yama is not merely a set of moral rules but a deeply personal spiritual practice. Through the lens of Viniyoga, Yama becomes a tool for self-inquiry, emotional regulation,

28 | ANĀHATA | THE HEART CAKRA

JUNE 18 2026 | 15:00 Singapore time | 12:30 IST | 09:00 EU | 19:00 NZ | 17:00 AU

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