Patanjali's Yogasutra | Dr. Kausthub Desikachar | YS II.9 | 22 July 2017

Introduction and Greetings

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Speaker's Greetings

• The speaker greets the audience with various names.

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Mentioning Future Void Yukina

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Mentioning Words

• The speaker mentions "future void yukina" along with other words like "Carruth improver moneena patandjill imran Juliana - Smee oh boo hoo boo hoo shah karim Shanker chakra see da riddim."

Paying Respect to Sahasra Sheera

The speaker pays respect to someone named Sahasra Sheera.

Paying Respect

• The speaker pays respect to someone named Sahasra Sheera by saying, "Sahasra sheera some Shwetha MA pranam ami patandjill 'm."

Mentioning Various Names and Expressions

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Mentioning Names and Expressions

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• The speaker also mentions expressions like "[Music]."

Introduction to the Second Chapter of Yoga Sutra

The speaker introduces the second chapter of the yoga sutra called "sadhana pada" and discusses the topic of clashes.

Introduction to Sadhana Pada

• The speaker mentions that they are in the second chapter of the yoga sutra called "sadhana pada."

• They mention that they will be discussing clashes and how to deal with them.

• The first four clashes mentioned are Jia, Asmita, raga, and do Asia.

Introducing ABhinnivesha as a Strong Clash

The speaker introduces ABhinnivesha as one of the strongest and intense clashes discussed by Patanjali.

Introducing ABhinnivesha

• ABhinnivesha is presented as one of the strongest and intense clashes by Patanjali.

• Patanjali does not define what exactly ABhinnivesha is but presents it as an existing matter of fact.

Understanding Fear (ABhinnivesha)

The speaker discusses fear (ABhinnivesha) as a powerful clash that can lead to wrong decisions and suffering.

Understanding Fear

• Fear is one of the strongest glaciers we have.

• Fear can make us take wrong decisions or prevent us from taking the right decisions.

• Both wrong decisions and prevention from taking the right decisions lead to suffering.

• Fear is deeply rooted and can't always be controlled or managed.

• Fear has its own power and momentum.

The Power of Fear

The speaker emphasizes the deep-rooted and powerful nature of fear.

The Power of Fear

• Fear is a very deep-rooted pleasure that we have.

• It cannot lead us to pleasure, happiness, or expansion.

• Fear operates on its own power and is difficult to control.

Fear as a Result of Accumulated Samskaras

The speaker explains how fear is deeply rooted in our accumulated samskaras (impressions) and vasanas (desires).

Fear as a Result of Accumulated Samskaras

• Fear comes from an accumulation of fear from past generations or past lives.

• It is passed on through samskaras and vasanas.

• Most people are not even conscious that fear is controlling them.

Uncontrollable Nature of Fear

The speaker discusses the uncontrollable nature of fear.

Uncontrollable Nature of Fear

• Fear cannot be suppressed or stopped; it flows naturally.

• It has its own power, flow, and momentum.

Individuality of Fears

The speaker highlights that each individual has their own unique fears.

Individuality of Fears

• Each individual has their own unique fears; we don't all have the same fears.

• Fears can come from personal experiences or inherited from parents.

Fear's Essence and Varieties

The speaker explains that fear has its own essence and each individual has their own variety of fears.

Fear's Essence and Varieties

• Fear has a particular essence that is unique to each individual.

• Different individuals have different fears; it is not the same for everyone.

Examples of Different Fears

The speaker gives examples of different fears people may have.

Examples of Different Fears

• People can be afraid of spiders, mosquitoes, elephants, human beings, dogs, etc.

• Each individual has their own set of fears based on their experiences or inherited from parents.

Origins of Fear and Unconscious Control

The speaker discusses how fear originates from past experiences and how it often operates unconsciously.

Origins of Fear and Unconscious Control

• Fear comes from past experiences or inherited from ancestors.

• It is deeply rooted in our samskaras (impressions) and vasanas (desires).

• Many people are not even aware that fear is controlling them.

Fear's Presence During Sleep

The speaker explains that fear continues to operate even during sleep.

Fear's Presence During Sleep

• Even during deep sleep, fear is still active.

• While other clashes like ego or desires may disappear during sleep, fear remains present.

Difference Between Deep Sleep and Dreams

The speaker clarifies the difference between deep sleep and dreams.

Difference Between Deep Sleep and Dreams

• Deep sleep refers to the state without dreams.

• Ego and desires do not exist during deep sleep.

• Fear, however, remains active during deep sleep.

The Unswitchable Nature of Fear

The speaker discusses the unswitchable nature of fear and its philosophical implications.

The Unswitchable Nature of Fear

• Fear cannot be switched off or made offline.

• Even during sleep, fear continues to operate.

• There is a debate about whether fear can ever be completely eliminated.

Fear's Deep Rootedness

The speaker emphasizes that fear is deeply rooted and affects even

The Fear We Carry

In this section, the speaker discusses the concept of fear and its impact on our lives. They explain how fear is deeply ingrained in us and often serves as the foundation for many emotional problems. The speaker also explores the idea that fear is like a continuous costume or armor that we wear, affecting us both consciously and unconsciously.

Fear as an Intimate Costume

• Fear is described as an intimate costume that we continuously wear, never removing it.

• Unlike other costumes that can be taken off after a performance, fear stays with us constantly.

• This continuous wearing of fear takes a toll on our energy levels and can lead to physical and emotional exhaustion.

The Burden of Fear

• Carrying the heavy burden of fear all the time can have detrimental effects on our well-being.

• Chronic fatigue and other diseases may arise from constantly carrying this weight.

• Modern society has intensified this burden by turning every moment into a survival moment, leading to increased fears and anxieties.

The Desire for Permanence

• The deep desire of all sentient beings is to be permanent.

• We plan our lives with the assumption that we will always be there, avoiding thoughts of mortality.

• However, living in impermanent bodies contradicts this desire for permanence.

Fear as a Programming

• To sustain our impermanent bodies, we are given the gift of fear as a means of survival.

• Fear becomes programmed into our system to ensure longevity.

• Instead of using fear when necessary, we end up using it continuously in everyday situations due to societal conditioning.

Choosing Love over Insecurity

• Many times, we base our choices in relationships on insecurity rather than love.

• Seeking security from others leads to an unstable foundation for relationships.

• It is important to choose partners based on love and affection rather than insecurity.

The Deeper Cause of Fear

In this section, the speaker delves into the deeper cause of fear and challenges the notion that fear is the foundation of all psychological problems. They introduce the concept of a deep desire for permanence as the underlying cause behind fear.

The Desire for Permanence

• The deep desire of all sentient beings is to be permanent.

• We plan our lives with the assumption that we will always be there, avoiding thoughts of mortality.

• However, living in impermanent bodies contradicts this desire for permanence.

Fear as a Program

• Fear is not necessarily the foundation but rather a software program within us.

• This program is given to conscious beings to remind them that they are not permanent due to their impermanent bodies.

• Fear serves as a means to sustain life and ensure survival.

Fear as an Existential Phenomenon

In this section, the speaker explores how fear has become an existential phenomenon in modern society. They discuss how various security systems and precautions are put in place due to fear, leading to an armor-like state in our daily lives.

Living in Constant Fear

• Modern society has turned every moment into a survival moment, leading to increased fears and anxieties.

• Various security systems and precautions are put in place due to fear, such as using filtered water or password protection on devices.

• These constant measures reflect our continuous state of fear and create an existential problem.

Love vs. Insecurity

• Relationships often stem from insecurity rather than love.

• Choosing partners based on feelings of security or insecurity creates an unstable foundation for relationships.

• It is important to choose partners based on love and affection instead.

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Desire, Fear, and the Human Experience

In this section, the speaker discusses the connection between desire, fear, and the human experience. They explore the concept of wanting to be eternal and how it drives our actions and behaviors. The speaker also introduces different types of fear related to desires, expectations, diseases, and death.

The Desire for Eternal Life

• The speaker explains that humans have a deep-rooted desire to be eternal.

• This desire stems from our consciousness wanting to extend its lifespan beyond the physical body.

• Reproduction is a phenomenon that allows consciousness to continue through lineage.

• In India and other Asian countries, lineage is highly valued as it represents the continuity of consciousness.

Fear as a Result of Desire

• The speaker suggests that fear arises from our desire for eternal life.

• Patanjali's teachings present fear as an extreme manifestation of this desire.

• Fear creates boundaries within which other conflicts arise.

• The speaker emphasizes that this fear is not only subconscious but also rooted in our consciousness itself.

Three Types of Fear

1. Asha Abhayam (Fear due to Desires/Expectations)

• People fear when their desires or expectations are not met.

• For example, Indian mothers may fear their children not performing well in important exams determining university admissions.

2. Rogue Abhayam (Fear due to Diseases)

• Disease can create significant fear in individuals.

• Diagnosis of serious illnesses like cancer can trigger intense anxiety and fear.

3. Britta Venture (Fear of Death)

• Most people have an inherent fear of death at a conscious or subconscious level.

• Even those who claim not to be afraid often exhibit fear when confronted with imminent death.

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Meditation and Fear

In this section, the speaker discusses the relationship between meditation and fear. They explain that during meditation, the mind structures become active and fear disappears. This phenomenon is also observed in the last moments before natural death.

The Activation of Mind Structures

• During meditation, when there is little prana in the body, the subtle mind structures become active. This leads to a disappearance of fear.

• Similarly, in the last moments before natural death, when prana is withdrawing from all body organs, these subtle mind structures are still active and fear disappears.

Observations of Fear Disappearing

• The speaker shares their personal experience of witnessing fear disappearing in their father's last moments of life. The brightness and relaxation in his face and body were evident indicators of this phenomenon.

• It is important to note that all great people have experienced fear at some point, but it disappears when these subtle mind structures are activated through practices that generate efficient prana flow.

Yoga Sutra Insights

• Analyzing Yoga Sutra reveals that states like Anam Samadhi cannot coexist with fear. If one experiences fear, they cannot be in a state of Samadhi or vice versa. These states are mutually exclusive.

• Therefore, it becomes essential to find ways to either let go of fear or replace it with an antidote like faith (shraddha). Faith acts as a medicine for removing fear and cannot coexist with it simultaneously.

Embracing Shraddha

• Instead of trying to remove fear completely (which may not be possible), embracing faith becomes a more practical approach to gradually diminish its influence. Fighting fear directly often leads to losing the battle against it.

• The speaker suggests that fear is deeply programmed in us and serves a purpose for survival. However, allowing fear to dominate can be detrimental. It is important to strike a balance between acknowledging its importance and not letting it control our lives.

The Potency of Fear

In this section, the speaker delves deeper into the potency of fear and its significance in our lives.

Fear as a Double-Edged Sword

• Fear is both important for our survival and dangerous at the same time. It can be compared to something we can live with or without, highlighting its potency.

• Patanjali's Yoga Sutra aims to explain this complex nature of fear and its role in our lives.

Conclusion

In conclusion, meditation has the potential to activate subtle mind structures that diminish fear. Observations during natural death also reveal the disappearance of fear as these mind structures become active due to withdrawing prana. Yoga Sutra emphasizes finding ways to either let go of fear or replace it with faith (shraddha). While fear is essential for survival, allowing it to dominate can be detrimental, requiring a careful balance in managing its influence.

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