01/05/2026
It's approaching the middle of the year (!!!), and what better way to be present in this season other than Svadhyaya?
Svadhyaya comes from Sanskrit—"sva" (self) and "adhyaya" (study or inquiry)—meaning self-study or self-understanding through observation and reflection.
In classical yoga philosophy, particularly in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Svadhyaya is one of the Niyamas, inviting us to turn inward—not to analyze or judge, but to notice patterns with honesty and curiosity. In Treehouse, following the steadiness of Abhyasa, the release of Vairagya, and the disciplined effort of Tapas, Svadhyaya naturally arises as we begin to see more clearly how we move, respond, and relate. 🙏🏼
Svadhyaya is not self-criticism or overthinking. It is not about fixing what we see. It is the practice of observing—allowing insight to emerge through experience.
In asana practice, Svadhyaya shows up as noticing habits in the body and mind: where we hold tension, where we avoid effort, where we push unnecessarily—learning to see without immediately trying to change. 🧎
In meditation, Svadhyaya is the quiet observation of thoughts, emotions, and reactions as they arise—recognizing patterns without getting caught in them. 🧘♀️
In daily life, Svadhyaya asks a reflective question: not “What is wrong with me?” but “What am I learning about myself through this?” 🤔
Join our classes this month as we explore this theme in asana and meditation. To register, visit www.treehouseyogaph.com. 🌿 Your first class is free.