Asteya is often translated as nonstealing and can be interpreted several ways. While it can mean not taking from others, it can also mean generosity, non-comparison, living in abundance, giving back, not taking more than you need and more. Join me as we dive deeper into "asteya" through meditation and conversation.
References used: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (translated and interpreted by Sri Swami Satchidananda) https://amzn.to/3vcKSFG
The Yamas & Niyamas by Deborah Adele https://amzn.to/3BIAUxa
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